I know I'm late to the party, but I recently binged all three seasons of Shrinking and ended up finding myself caught up just as the Season 3 finale premiered on the 2026 TV schedule. After Shrinking became a constant dose of joy on my TV screen for the few weeks it took me to get through the show, I needed another fun-loving series (by the same creator of Shrinking), and I decided on rewatching Scrubs from the beginning.

The wave of surprise and happiness I felt when one episode literally had a Shrinking coincidence in it? I have to share this.

First, Christa Miller's Grand Entrance To Scrubs Happens

Throughout my watch of Shrinking, I've grown very attached to every character. While I was trying to shed my emotions over the Apple TV+ show for another comedy, I was over the moon when two Shrinking-related things happened within minutes of watching one of the early episodes in the series. In Season 1, Episode 6, the series introduces someone new, a spitfire character named Jordan Sullivan, who, as J.D. learns later on, is the ex-wife of his mentor, Dr. Cox... after he sleeps with her. Oops.

I used to watch Scrubs a long time ago, but didn't connect the dots that Christa Miller (Liz in Shrinking) was on the show! She's apparently the wife of creator Bill Lawrence and the music supervisor of both shows. It's been so fun to see Christa Miller play a completely different character than Liz after falling in love with her on Shrinking, but I'm still shocked about what happens in the episode just a few minutes after Miller's debut.

Then, A Fun Coincidence Comes Next

In the same episode, just minutes after Miller turns up, Elliot is treating a patient who is so injured that he cannot talk for the time being. When Elliot asks him what he does for work, they basically play charades. The way she figures out he's a therapist is when he uses his fingers to make her literally say "shrinking" before realizing what he's trying to communicate to her.

How funny is that? I wonder if Bill Lawrence or Christa Miller has noticed this, because now it feels like a cute little reference to their future collaboration together on the Apple TV series. Anyways, I'm really loving going back to Scrubs all these years later – also since the Scrubs revival has been airing on ABC lately, and I've been really enjoying that, too.

Long live feel-good TV! Once I'm done with Scrubs, hopefully, it will be time for the return of Ted Lasso (also from Lawrence), and I'll never be without comfort characters close to my side.

Bill Lawrence has been making great TV for decades. From some of the best sitcoms like Spin City and Scrubs, to streaming giants like Ted Lasso and Shrinking, he’s produced some major, and I mean major, hits. However, the way that happens isn’t totally because of one show’s singular success; it’s assisted by a domino effect of sorts, at least in these programs’ cases. Lawrence himself pointed that out while explaining how Jason Sudeikis’ soccer comedy opened the door for Jason Segel’s therapy comedy.

Shrinking’s third season just ended on the 2026 TV schedule, and it’s returning for a fourth season too. It’s proven itself over the years, and it’s solidified itself as an award-worthy series (can we give Harrison Ford an Emmy already?). So, I didn’t realize the role Ted Lasso played in getting this show off the ground.

However, Lawrence, who is a co-creator on both series, told Esquire how the Emmy-winning comedy about a football-turned-football coach made it so a comedy about a widowed therapist could happen:

Now, on the surface, it would seem like Shrinking and Ted Lasso don’t have much in common. However, Lawrence co-created both shows, and Brett Goldstein, who played Roy Kent on Lasso, co-created Shrinking. So, the ties between the series are actually very strong.

They are also both available to those with an Apple TV subscription, and Shrinking premiered on the service between Seasons 2 and 3 of Ted Lasso.

So, in a lot of ways, we need to say thank you to Ted Lasso for helping us get Shrinking. The soccer series turned out to be a massive breakout hit for Apple, as it took over the zeitgeist and took home many Emmys (including two wins and three nominations for Goldstein). Therefore, it tracks that the streamer would want more content from the folks who made it.

They really leaned into that too, because as Ted Lasso was wrapping up its three-season arc, Lawrence wasn’t just working on Shrinking; he was creating Bad Monkey, too (which has a second season on the way).

With all that said, both Lawrence and Apple TV can look back on an era of television that was wildly successful and made people very happy. It’s not over, either. As I mentioned, Shrinking will return for Season 4, with a plan to run a few more seasons after that. Bad Monkey is also coming back, and the long-awaited fourth season of Ted Lasso should premiere this summer.

While this is surprising in a sense, it's not exactly unusual. When a streamer or network finds people they like to work with, they'll keep the collaboration going. For example, after Mike Schur worked as a co-executive producer on The Office with Greg Daniels, they went on to co-create Parks and Recreation. Then, Schur co-created Brooklyn Nine-Nine and created The Good Place. All those comedies aired on NBC (though Brooklyn Nine-Nine didn't start there), showing the trust the network had in him and his collaborators.

Going back to Lawrence, his success actually reaches beyond Apple TV. Along with Ted Lasso, Shrinking and Bad Monkey, he has worked on the revival of Scrubs and the HBO Max comedy led by Steve Carell, Rooster, which also stars Ted Lasso’s Phil Dunster. And I feel like it's worth noting that Shrinking, Scrubs and Rooster were all airing at the same time, too. Talk about a busy guy.

Now, while each series stands strongly on its own, there’s absolutely no denying the run Bill Lawrence's work has been on since the soccer comedy became a hit. So, in some ways, we do owe a debt of gratitude to Ted Lasso for helping us get shows like Shrinking.

The end of Shrinking Season 3 was a definitive conclusion to a big chapter. In a lot of ways, it felt like a series finale. However, it wasn’t, as the Apple TV series will continue beyond the 2026 TV schedule. So, now I'm wondering exactly how long the comedy will go on after Season 4. Well, co-creator Bill Lawrence shared his thoughts on the matter.

It’s been common knowledge for a while that the first three seasons of this great Apple TV series would tell one complete story. That’s exactly what we got, too, and Season 3 ended with an episode that felt like it could have been the end. However, Shrinking will very much continue into a Season 4 with the “exact” same cast we’ve come to know and love. So, with that in mind, is there a new multi-season plan in place? While speaking with TV Line, Bill Lawrence opened up about the show's future, saying:

Shrinking has been one of my favorite shows for years, so I’m more than willing to hang out with Jimmy, Paul, Gaby and co. for as long as they’ll have me. However, I also love a plan and never want a series to overstay its welcome. So, this update from Lawrence makes me very happy.

It would seem that after Season 4 of Shrinking, there will be more. So, it’s likely that we’ll get a Season 5. After that, things are a little more unclear; however, the co-creator did say that the series will probably not go on past Season 6 at the most.

Now, while I have no clue what story they’ll tell in Seasons 4, 5 and potentially 6, Season 3’s end left us with some loose ends I hope they address.

*Here’s your spoiler warning if you haven’t seen the Season 3 finale of Shrinking yet. You can watch it now with an Apple TV subscription. *

For example, Jessica Williams’ Gaby got engaged, and I’d love to see her wedding on screen. I also think her being married would be a fascinating storyline to explore, as she also makes a huge career pivot.

Along with that, Christa Miller’s Liz and Ted McGinley’s Derek will be grandparents soon, and I need to see that happen. Meanwhile, Brian (Michael Urie) and Charlie (Devin Kawaoka) will be raising their little one, Sutton. Jason Segel’s Jimmy will also be entering a new phase of life (potentially with Cobie Smulders' Sofi) now that his daughter Alice (Lukita Maxwell) is an adult. So, there’s lots to unpack there.

I’m also curious to see how Harrison Ford’s Paul comes back into the picture after his big move across the country. Plus, since he retired, both Gaby and Jimmy’s jobs are bound to change.

All this is to say, I can see how it’d be easy to keep Shrinking going for a few more seasons. And it sounds like that’s exactly what the plan is; after Season 4, they will likely do at least one more installment. However, it’s always possible it could go on a bit longer, too. As they say, “it’s not over until it’s over.”

Major, and I mean MAJOR, spoilers for Shrinking Season 3 are ahead! You can stream the show in its entirety with an Apple TV subscription.

Shrinking Season 3 marked the end of an era for the great Apple TV show. However, the story is by no means over. Co-creator Bill Lawrence made it clear there’s a plan for Season 4 that will see the “exact” same gang back together. Although I still have questions about what will happen next on the acclaimed comedy. So, I asked those questions to Alice actress Lukita Maxwell and Cobie Smulders, who plays Sofi.

How Will Paul And Alice Come Back?

Considering it’s been common knowledge for a while now that the Shrinking team had a plan to keep the story going after Season 3, the major developments and moves for a few characters left me with one massive question: How will they come back? I’m specifically referring to the fact that Paul and Alice both moved across the country at the end of the show’s junior installment. We know for a fact that Harrison Ford will be back as Paul, and Lukita Maxwell will return as Jimmy’s (Jason Segel) daughter; however, it’s unclear how exactly that will happen.

So, while discussing the season that just ended on the 2026 TV schedule, I asked Maxwell about this as well as her hopes for these two characters. Here’s what she told me:

“We’ll see,” indeed. At the end of Season 3, Paul had moved to Connecticut to be closer to his daughter, while Alice moved east for college.

I guess it's possible for Paul and his family to move back West. He could also come back for a temporary period to be near Jimmy and Gaby (Jessica Williams) to help with their career moves. Meanwhile, Alice could always transfer schools, or, as Maxwell guessed, maybe she's pulled in an entirely new direction. The possibilities are vast, so it was nice to hear the actress talk about what she thinks might happen.

Co-creator Bill Lawrence wouldn’t confirm how exactly these characters will be reunited with the rest of the cast or if there will be a time jump. However, during an interview with THR, he did say whatever happens next will “feel like [they’re] telling a completely different story.” I’d assume that how Alice and Paul find their way back into the picture will play a part in that.

How Did Jimmy And Sofi’s Date Go?

Now, Season 3 of Shrinking literally ends with Paul setting up a date for Jimmy and Sofi. However, while we get to see them smiling at each other, we don’t actually know how it goes. So, when I spoke to Cobie Smulders about Jimmy and Sofi’s romance, I asked her how she thinks that breakfast went. Here’s what she had to say:

Well, I know I certainly want them to get back together. So, I'm hopeful that this date, which likely was awkward, was a step in the right direction.

Along with chatting about how the date went, I also asked Smulders for her take on who set it up. I was curious about the importance of Paul doing this for Jimmy, and Smulders’ response highlighted that while reiterating the theme of Season 3, moving forward:

Overall, this final scene felt like Jimmy truly moving onwards and upwards. Now, it’s time to start something new.

Thankfully, that new story will include all the characters we already know and love. However, they’ll be at different places, literally and figuratively in life, and hopefully Season 4 will answer the questions we have about that.

Warning! The following contains spoilers for the Rooster episode "Mr. Razzles." Stream the episode with an HBO Max subscription, and read at your own risk!

Elizabeth has been a subject in Rooster since its very beginning, and finally, the audience got to see Greg's ex-wife make her big debut. Connie Britton's character showed up to help commemorate the building named in her honor, and it was yet another knockout casting by the series. (And one rooted in pop culture history, as it marked Britton's reunion with Spin City creator Bill Lawrence 25 years later.)

I loved Britton as Elizabeth and would love to see her in another episode on the 2026 TV schedule. Of course, the actress was asked directly when she might return to the critically acclaimed series, especially after her character's sudden exit. Unfortunately, though, I'm not sure what to feel about the answer.

Connie Britton Hints She May Return As Elizabeth

Elizabeth was fine hanging out with her ex-husband, right up until she learned Greg still had a portrait of the two of them from decades ago. Realizing he still hadn't moved on from their divorce, she quickly exited, though Connie Britton hinted to TVLine she may return to Rooster. When asked about whether Elizabeth was truly interested in the position of President of Ludlow College, as Walt feared, the actress said this:

At first, I thought Connie Britton was going to outright dismiss the idea of her character taking Walt's job. Then, toward the end, the answer felt more open-ended, which I would assume means that she will be back in a future episode. Could this be the end of Walt's tenure at Ludlow College?

I Would Hate To See Walt Ousted As President Of The University

Walt losing his job as President would mean less John C. McGinley on Rooster, which I think would be a mistake. Walt is one of the best characters on the show, and I would sorely miss everything from his in-office meetings to sauna sessions with various faculty members.

At the same time, I can understand that McGinley's role in Rooster may get in the way of his return as Dr. Cox in the Scrubs revival, and vice versa. Fortunately, creator Bill Lawrence is at the head of both of those shows and might be able to ensure it isn't too much for the actor on both fronts, but who knows? Maybe the plan was for Walt to always be a one-season character and pave the way for Connie Britton's Elizabeth to be in a central role.

That said, Connie Britton also has a lot on her plate coming up. Variety reported last year that she will appear in the Hulu mystery series Phony. That could always impact her returning as Elizabeth in a more permanent capacity, but I'm just speculating at this point.

It may not have the references to The Office some are hoping for, but Rooster remains a hit for many thanks to Steve Carell and its wonderful cast. The show continues to deliver top drama and comedy on top of its superb acting, and I would love Connie Britton to be a bigger part of that. I'm just hoping the writers found a way to make it happen that doesn't remove John C. McGinley from the equation.

Rooster is on HBO on Sundays at 10:00 p.m. ET. We're halfway through Season 1 with so much happening already, I can't wait to see how the rest of the season plays out.

Spoilers for Season 3 of Shrinking are ahead! Read with caution, and make sure to stream the series with an Apple TV subscription.

It’s been known for a while now that while Shrinking’s three-season arc is coming to an end, there is also a plan to keep the story going. That was confirmed when it was renewed for Season 4. However, with Season 3 winding down on the 2026 TV schedule, I’ve been wondering how they plan to do that and who they plan to involve in it. Specifically, there’s one character who I’ve been worried about, because it seems like their story is being set up to fully end. Well, co-creator Bill Lawrence just shared an update about the show’s senior season that has me feeling much better about said character.

As I’m sure you can guess, the character I’m worried about is Paul. Harrison Ford’s therapist has been dealing with his worsening Parkinson’s in a big way this season, and now, he’s given his practice to Gaby, he’s retiring, and he’s moving to Connecticut. Obviously, with one episode left, it’s possible that we could find out how Paul stays in the picture. However, it’s not looking great right now. But then Bill Lawrence got on X (formerly Twitter) and posted:

The emphasis on the “EXACT” makes me feel great. While Brian is going to Tennessee with Charlie and their baby, Sutton, Liz and Derek are going on a trip before they officially become grandparents, and Alice is going to college, I had faith they’d all be back. I was significantly more worried about Paul.

To be frank, and I know this is extreme, I’ve been concerned about him dying for a while now. Paul’s Parkinson’s is getting bad, and it’s not like he’s young. Seeing his health troubles as well as his retirement has left me with big questions about where the story would take him next. Now, we know it’s to Connecticut. Which leaves me with the question: Will he come back?

I genuinely don’t know the answer. However, Lawrence’s post gives me confidence that Harrison Ford will continue to play a major role in Shrinking.

To me, “EXACT same cast” means we’ll still have Jason Segel (Jimmy), Jessica Williams (Gaby), Christa Miller (Liz), Ted McGinley (Derek), Luke Tennie (Sean), Lukita Maxwell (Alice), Michael Urie (Brian) AND Harrison Ford as our regulars. So, hopefully, that means we’ll continue to get Paul’s gruff quips and sage advice regularly on Shrinking.

However, I’m getting ahead of myself here. Shrinking Season 3, which is the end of an era, isn’t over; it will conclude next Wednesday, April 8. But, more is 100% coming, and according to Bill Lawrence, whatever we see next will feature “the EXACT same cast” and a “new” story.

When I heard that a new season of Scrubs was coming to the 2026 TV schedule, it felt like exactly the kind of thing I’ve been missing from my weekly TV viewing. These days it feels like there are just not enough good half-hour comedies for me to latch onto, and I already have a long history with the show from its original run. But, I gotta tell ya, now that I’ve seen the first few episodes, I’ve really surprised myself over one thing I’m already invested in: the interns.

I Already Love The Interns? Yeah… I'm As Surprised As You Are

Y’all, I’m genuinely amazed by this, because when I first read about the Scrubs revival I had absolutely zero interest in the next generation of characters – especially because it’s become such a trope when it comes to Hollywood reviving movies and TV shows that can get so tiring to watch. Yet, here I am just a few episodes in starting to really latch on to each of these new characters little by little.

Now, in the first episode I really wasn’t into them at all, but I noticed that I'm starting to get more invested in the new characters with each new episode. My favorite of the bunch has to be the adorable British one, Asher, who is hilariously squeamish. Then, there’s the sweet relationship between Dashana and Amara that took place during the plotline with Turk's surgery robot. But, I knew I was really done for when the show also started getting me interested in the social media influencer character of Sam and the stoic frat boy-type character of Blake.

But, hey, we’re also talking about a show produced by Bill Lawrence, who got me to care about football/soccer while watching Ted Lasso, so should I really be shocked? Realizing I could buy into the interns… and get my favorite Scrubs characters back only makes the revival better, especially considering I walked into it with low expectations for this aspect of the show.

The Scrubs Revival's Attention To Everything Makes It Better All Around

It’s kind of the whole package of new additions, too. I also love the pair of gossipy nurses, Vanessa Bayer’s “feelings police” character of Sibby Wilson is pretty funny, and I’m totally into the rivalry that’s already been formed between J.D. and Joel Kim Booster’s Dr. Kevin Park.

That’s not to say that all the stuff with the original characters isn’t also working on me. J.D. and Turk's bromance is as fun to watch as ever. I even like that J.D. and Elliot twist regarding the pair having gone through a divorce that led Lawrence to respond to a disgruntled fan. I think it creates an interesting tension, and helps with grounding the show in a way where it doesn’t feel like the characters were frozen in time between Scrubs’s polarizing Season 9 (which wrapped up in 2010) and this revival, all these years later. It also makes me want to see them get back together slowly throughout this run.

Overall, I’m really impressed with the quality of the show so far. It feels like a natural return to the series rather than a careless rehash, and that makes me really excited for the rest of the season.

Spoilers for Shrinking Season 3, Episode 7 are ahead! Read with caution, and watch new episodes every Wednesday with an Apple TV subscription.

While Paul’s Parkinson’s has always been a challenge on Shrinking, ever since the end of Season 2, there's no question that it's forcing him to change his life in bigger ways. Now, in Season 3, we’re seeing Harrison Ford’s character take steps to prepare for what’s to come, and that includes acting on his plan to retire. So, in Episode 7, he asked a character to take over his practice, and I asked the actor who plays them how they felt about this major choice.

Paul Wants To Give Gaby His Practice

In the Shrinking installment that just aired on the 2026 TV schedule, Paul told Gaby that he’d been thinking about his legacy, and it led him to a conclusion about what to do with his practice. He then relayed that choice to Gaby, saying:

He then clarified that he really was saying that he wants Gaby to “take over Rhoades Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center.” She was apprehensive at first, because she was wondering how Jimmy felt about all this, considering he and Paul are very close. However, Paul reassured her that her co-worker would “understand.”

However, the conversation didn’t end the way Paul probably planned it, because Gaby said she didn’t want to take over his practice. She wants to start her own trauma center. He, obviously, was very supportive of that dream, but the scene does end with them hugging and Paul looking a bit sad.

Jessica Williams Shared Her Thoughts On This Scene And Paul Offering Gaby His Practice

Now, while this request from Paul was a massive surprise to me, Jessica Williams told me she knew it was coming. During an interview with CinemaBlend, she explained that Shrinking’s co-creator Bill Lawrence had told her about this point in the story well before they filmed it. In the Gaby actress’s words:

Considering three of Lawrence’s shows -- Scrubs, Shrinking and Rooster -- are all airing new episodes right now on three different platforms, I can see why Williams got a quick explanation of this plot point. However, despite knowing that was coming, there were still parts of this scene that surprised her.

Recalling what it was like to film this moment with Harrison Ford, Jessica Williams explained:

It really is a lovely moment, and I love how complex it gets emotionally. That’s because, while Gaby is honored by the offer, she wants something different. Meanwhile, Paul is very supportive of Gaby’s dreams; however, he also seems disappointed that she won’t be taking over his practice. Overall, though, there's just a tremendous amount of love and care in this moment, and it's abundantly clear how much these two mean to each other.

However, the fact of the matter is, Paul’s Parkinson’s is getting worse, as his hallucinations and shaking have shown us. So, he’s going to need to figure out what to do next with his career and practice. Maybe that future will involve Gaby; it certainly seems like he wants it to.

Now, to see what happens next, you can catch new episodes of Shrinking every Wednesday on Apple TV.

The Scrubs revival premiered on the 2026 TV schedule a couple weeks ago, and not only was it well received by critics ahead of time, it’s also scored big ratings. After 16 years away, the popular medical comedy has gained a new life and is clearly doing well with audiences. Now Scrubs creator Bill Lawrence has weighed in on whether this new iteration of the series will be renewed.

According to Disney, the Scrubs revival collected 11.36 million total cross platform viewers across ABC, Hulu, Disney+ and other digital platforms during the first two episodes’ first five days of availability. Additionally, it’s ranking as the #1 series in linear adults 18-49 ratings, making for an impressive start in a TV landscape significantly different from when the original Scrubs premiered in 2001. So while speaking with Deadline about his new HBO Max subscription-exclusive series Rooster, Lawrence, who’s involved with the new Scrubs as an executive producer, had this to say about a potential Season 2:

Talk of reviving Scrubs began back in 2022, but development didn’t begin until late 2024. Then ABC officially ordered the show the following July, which was then followed by the announcement of returning faces like Zach Braff’s JD, Donald Faison’s Turk, Sarah Chalke’s Elliot, Judy Reyes’ Carla and John C. McGinley’s Dr. Cox. We also learned ahead of the Scrubs revival’s premiere that Christa Miller and Neil Flynn will reprise Jordan and The Janitor, respectively, as guest stars later this season. Additionally, Bill Lawrence has said that if Scrubs is renewed for another season Ken Jenkins will be back as Dr. Kelso.

As far as the Scrubs revival’s immediate success goes, Lawrence had nothing but kind words to say about both the actors he worked with in the original iteration, but also the new people who’ve come aboard. In his words:

The lineup of Scrubs newcomers includes Vanessa Bayer, Joel Kim Booster, Ava Bunn, Jacob Dudman, David Gridley, Layla Mohammed, Amanda Morrow, Michael James Scott and X Mayo. While the first six seasons of the original Scrubs were comprised of 22-25 episodes, this first season of the revival only has nine episodes. It’s unclear if another season would get an expanded episode count, though I suppose that would depend on if it would also be a midseason premiere or arrive earlier for a fall release.

In any case, I’m among the many people who’ve been enjoying Scrubs’ return, so I’ll keep my fingers crossed with Bill Lawrence and the rest of the show’s team that ABC will renew it in the coming weeks. Once again, in addition to airing on the broadcast network Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET, Scrubs can also be streamed with a Hulu subscription or Disney+ subscription, though you’ll still need a Hulu account to go with the latter option.

Spoilers for the series premiere of Rooster are ahead! You can stream it with an HBO Max subscription.

Rooster’s series premiere on the 2026 TV schedule starts with a bang, or should I say burn. Co-created by Bill Lawrence (who makes Ted Lasso, Shrinking, Scrubs and more) and Matt Tarses, this series follows Steve Carell’s Greg as he heads to a college to check in on his daughter Katie (Charly Clive). She’s not doing well; her husband cheated on her, and when she gets more news about his affair, she winds up accidentally burning his house down with a copy of War and Peace.

So, naturally, considering the destructive and random cause of this event, I had to ask Lawrence, Tarses and Clive about why it happened.

Why Katie Burned A House Down In Rooster, And What It Was Like To Film

In the episode of this new HBO comedy, Katie finds out that the woman Archie (played by Ted Lasso’s Phil Dunster) cheated on her with is pregnant. In response, she kicks him out of his house and proceeds to burn his first edition copy of War and Peace. However, things get out of hand, and the house burns down. When I asked the show’s creator, Bill Lawrence, about why this happened, he told me:

Burning down a house by accident certainly counts as a disaster. And now, she could face legal repercussions, considering she’s responsible for the destruction of a house that she no longer lives in.

That’s a problem for next week, though. So, going back to the literal burning down of the house, I asked Charly Clive, who plays Katie, about filming it. She humorously told me that it was a very exciting day on set, explaining:

She went on to say that some of the fire was real and some of it was not. Now, speaking about things that were real, the joke that sparked the use of Anton Chekhov, Leo Tolstoy and War and Peace in this show was inspired by an actual conversation the creators had.

The Story Behind Katie Burning A House Down Over A Copy Of War And Peace

Alright, here's how this all started: earlier in the first episode, Greg goes to have a conversation with Archie, and Carell’s character asks if he loves Chekhov. He then asks if Archie has that “stupid first edition Chekov book,” in reference to War and Peace. Dunster’s character then reminds him that the book was actually written by Tolstoy, and the conversation spirals into them arguing about what Archie did to Katie.

It turns out the mix-up about who wrote War and Peace was based on a real-life interaction, as the co-creators told me:

• Bill Lawrence: The War and Peace thing is actually kind of funny, because you remember that part of that joke came from the fact that I messed up…
• Matt Tarses: There was a quote that I would [read] when I was in college, the ‘No one must be humiliated’ is this real Chekhov quote…
• Bill Lawrence: I thought it was a Tolstoy quote. Because I’m not booksmart, Matt’s smart, and I’m dumb. And so we decided that [Greg] would be that dumb and say that he had presented his whole argument based on Chekhov.
• Matt Tarses: And then [Archie] doesn’t like Chekhov.

That hilarious back-and-forth ended with Lawrence reiterating that this whole bit originated from this mix-up he had with Tarses. Explaining that further, he said:

That joke plays hilariously into what happens later with this series when the house burns down. When I asked Clive about the fire starting over Archie’s beloved book of War and Peace, she explained that it was “quite perfect” for the following reasons:

I agree, it was kind of perfect. It sets the tone for this show, it leaves you on the edge of your seat, and it really helps us understand why Katie hates Archie so much. It also illustrates how destructive they can be.

Now, the question is: Where do we go from here, and how does Kaite pick up the pieces after this catastrophic mistake? Well, we’ll get to find out soon as Rooster continues airing on HBO and HBO Max every Sunday at 10 p.m. ET.

Steve Carell seemingly likes to keep us on our toes, with his best performances spanning all sides of the comedy-drama spectrum. In Rooster, which premieres on the 2026 TV schedule on March 8, he digs into his bag of tricks for a father-daughter dramedy co-created by Bill Lawrence (Ted Lasso, Shrinking). Critics have seen six of Season 1’s 10 episodes and, overall, their sentiments seem to align.

Rooster stars Steve Carell as Greg, a bestselling author who takes a teaching job at a small New England college to help his daughter Katie (Charly Clive), an art history professor, after her fellow professor husband Archie (Ted Lasso’s Phil Dunster) leaves her for a grad student. Michael Peyton of IGN calls the series a 10-out-of-10 “Masterpiece,” writing that it’s a “magic trick of a TV show” in how it's simultaneously elevated in its approach but grounded in its appeal. Peyton explains:

Belen Edwards of Mashable says it’s fun to watch Steve Carell cut loose as Greg enjoys his first taste of college life. Yet Edwards also says Rooster is at its best when it focuses on Greg and Katie, resulting in a show that “feels like a warm hug,” even if it bears similarities to other Bill Lawrence series. Edwards writes:

Rooster boasts an impressive ensemble including Danielle Deadwyler, John C. McGinley, Connie Britton and Hacks standout Robby Hoffman, but Nicole Gallucci of Decider agrees it’s the chemistry between former Office cast member Steve Carell and Charly Clive that makes this a winner — no doubt aided by Carell and both co-creators being girl dads:

Daniel Fienberg of THR, however, doesn’t think Rooster has figured out which of Steve Carell’s stories it wants to tell through six episodes. Fienberg says the university setting is also misunderstood and misused. The critic continues:

Aramide Tinubu of Variety echoes the strangely outdated humor that Rooster brings, “as if misogyny and the #MeToo Movement are just ideas to laugh at,” and says the series is disappointingly full of predictable characters and circumstances that lead to a lackluster narrative. Tinubu continues:

It sounds like Rooster may need some time to find its footing, but the first half of the series’ inaugural season is promising enough for the majority of critics. It’s “Certified Fresh” with 85% on Rotten Tomatoes as of this writing, so if you want to check out the latest Steve Carell dramedy, the first of 10 half-hour episodes will premiere at 10 p.m. ET Sunday, March 8, on HBO and streaming with an HBO Max subscription.

Spoilers below for anyone who hasn’t yet watched Scrubs’ first two revival episodes on ABC or via Hulu subscription, so be warned!

One of the most anticipated entries on the 2026 TV schedule, Scrubs’ revival has been something fans have wanted for years now, but anyone hoping to see marital bliss from Zach Braff’s J.D. and Sarah Chalke’s Elliott were in for a surprise. The season premiere revealed they’d split up at some point after having a daughter together, which creator Bill Lawrence told us was quite the heavy decision to make. Perhaps unsurprisingly, some fans were not pleased about this particular update.

Though many elements that originally made Scrubs great are intact, from the offbeat and sometimes surreal tone to J.D. and Turk’s eternal friendship, it’s hard to downplay the disappointment of learning that one of the show’s two core romantic relationships is currently kaput. (I’m very appreciative they’re not harshly bitter with each other, though…at least not yet.) Longtime fan and author J.A. Bryden seemed especially disgruntled by where things stand now, and took to X to share his dismay, saying:

While I don't feel nearly as strongly about J.D. and Elliott's split, since it just gives the creative team ways to bring them back together, I do think that the Season 10 premiere was lacking in some ways due to their bond not being core to the comedy. Still, it's not an issue that could keep me from watching the rest of the revival season. Only the abysmal Season 9 had that power.

Bill Lawrence's Response

As noted in the post, Bill Lawrence rarely misses, and he's been on a hot streak in recent years thanks to Ted Lasso, Shrinking and Bad Monkey. But obviously not everyone is going to be 100% pleased with any show's revival, since change and evolution is necessary. To that end, Lawrence shared a response to J.A. Bryden's complaint that briefly justified the decision, while also understanding that it's not everyone's ideal scenario. As he put it:

That's one of the baffling things about potential romances in TV sitcoms. The "Will they?/Won't they?" element becomes so pronounced and heightened that it can make viewers misremember how long the couples were actually together in an official capacity. It may seem like Ross and Rachel were together forever on Friends, but that wasn't the case at all. Similarly, it's easy to remember the moments when J.D. and Elliott's shared spark was brightest, but harder to remember just how limited those moments were across all those seasons.

When I think of the couples I was friendly with when Scrubs was first airing, I can only come up with a small handful who are actually still togethe. So this turn of events seems pretty natural to me.

Bill Lawrence's response also had a positive, soothing effect, as the fan relented in the face of a creator's explanations. As he put it:

Thankfully, the second episode was a more jaunty and silly affair, even though it did dig into the divide between J.D. and Elliott now that he's in charge as Chief of Medicine in the wake of Dr. Cox's surprising exit.

Scrubs airs Wednesday nights on ABC at 8:00 p.m. ET.

I am on record as saying that I think Ted Lasso is one of the best television shows ever made. It’s a series that, over the course of three seasons, does everything right at every step along the way, and even the co-creator of the show, Bill Lawrence, who also created other sitcom heavyweights, like Scrubs, says one of his favorite sitcom moments is in Ted Lasso.

Bill Lawrence recently sat down with Deadline and the stars of the Scrubs revival, Zach Braff and Donald Faison. The topic of the relationship between characters J.D. and Elliott came up, as the couple had apparently gotten divorced following the original season finale, but the show’s return confirmed there was still a spark between them. Lawrence himself doesn’t know where the relationship will go, but he hopes it’s handled similarly to another show on the 2026 TV schedule, Ted Lasso, which he says Jason Sudeikis handled well. Lawrence said…

He’s specifically talking about the relationship between Sudeikis’ coach and Rebecca, as played by Hannah Waddingham. The two characters got incredibly close over the course of three seasons, and they clearly shared an emotional bond. However, while audiences clearly wondered if the show might “go there,” it never really even talks about it, though it does briefly imply something might have happened as a joke. It’s something that Lawrence says would have been unthinkable on TV even a few years ago. He continued…

It’s certainly true that teasing relationships was, and still is, a big part of all sorts of television. Frequently, that’s what the show is ultimately about, with the series teasing a relationship between two major characters for as long as is humanly possible. Even when that’s not what the series is about, it's rare to have single characters of the opposite sex and not at least deal with the idea of a relationship, whether or not it ultimately happens.

It’s essentially a trope now, and tropes, while they have their place, can be frequently quite boring simply because we’ve seen them all before. Ted Lasso certainly could have gone that route, but it also had the freedom to just not do that. Lawrence loved that fans were able feel that, without it needing to simply check the boxes. He explained…

With Ted Lasso and Rebecca working together again in Ted Lasso Season 4, things still could go the romance path, and if it makes sense for the story, that’s fine. But nobody needs to expect it to happen. Such will hopefully also be the case on Scrubs. If it makes sense for two characters to get together, fine, but if they don’t, that’s fine too.

Warning: SPOILERS for the Scrubs revival’s premiere are ahead!

In the Scrubs Season 8 finale, which is generally considered to be the show’s true series finale given how polarizing Season 9 was (it was actually meant to be a separate spinoff), Zach Braff’s J.D. envisioned what his future might look like in the form of a film. That included him and Sarah Chalke’s Elliot getting married, having a child together and living happily ever after together. Well, sadly, that’s not how things shook out in real life.

The premiere of Scrubs Season 1 (the tenth season overall) on the 2026 TV schedule revealed that J.D. and Elliot are divorced and not on great terms with each other. What specifically led to their marriage collapsing remains a mystery, but needless to say this was one of the biggest twists to come out of Scrubs’ positively-received return to TV. Show creator Bill Lawrence also acknowledged to CinemaBlend it was a “big decision” he and showrunner Aseem Batra reached given how it would impact that vision JD saw at the end of Season 8.

What Bill Lawrence Said About The Twist

During my interview with Lawrence and Batra, I asked the former about the thought process that went into separating J.D. and Elliot for the Scrubs revival. Specifically, I was wondering if he felt like doing so would undercut what was shown in the Season 8 finale. Lawrence answered by detailing how just because we saw a future for J.D. back then didn’t mean it was going to be the future:

J.D. and Elliot’s romantic journey on the original Scrubs was indeed tumultuous, though it seemed like they’d finally gotten their act together in Season 8 and were truly ready to commit to each other. Alas, it didn’t work out, though this was a logical creative move in Bill Lawrence’s mind. He also used Aseem Batra as an example of how a dynamic between ex-partners can evolve once the marriage is over:

What makes J.D. and Elliot’s post-marriage lives even more complicated now is the other big twist the Scrubs premiere dropped. After working as a concierge doctor for many years, not only is J.D. back at Sacred Heart, he’s succeeded John C. McGinley’s Perry Cox as the hospital’s chief of medicine. So J.D. now being Elliot’s boss is surely going to cause more friction, but this status quo shift will also have ramifications to some people close to them.

What Judy Reyes Said About The Twist

In a separate interview, I asked Judy Reyes, who’s reprising Carla Espinosa on a recurring basis, how J.D. and Elliot separating would affect Carla’s friendship with Elliot. After all, those two are best friends, but J.D. also means a lot to Carla given how he and her husband, Donald Faison’s Turk, are, to borrow from Jay and Silent Bob, practically heterosexual lifemates. Reyes told me the following:

A new era has begun at Sacred Heart, and while Judy Reyes said that J.D. becoming Chief of Medicine is “kind of an eye roll” for Carla, evidently there’s cause to be concern about how the divorce could impact what Turk and Carla have with J.D. and Elliot. We’ll see how that turns out in the weeks ahead, with new episodes of Scrubs airing at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. You can also stream them the day after with your Hulu subscription.

Way back in 2008, Scrubs Season 8 was supposed to conclude the popular medical sitcom, with “My Finale” doing an admirable job of hitting those series finale beats. Then ABC decided to renew Scrubs for an additional season, which wasn’t nearly as well received as the rest of the show’s run. However, more than a decade and a half after the original Scrubs came to an uneventful end, and just days before the revival premieres on the 2026 TV schedule, show creator Bill Lawrence explained to CinemaBlend why he’ll never "talk s—" about the polarizing Scrubs Season 9.

Lawrence immediately went into protective mode during my interview with him alongside Aseem Batra, who was a writer and producer on the original Scrubs (as well as played the high-pitched Josephine in Seasons 7 and 8), and is now the revival’s showrunner. When I pointed out how Scrubs had already tried a relaunch of sorts with that ninth season, he quickly said:

Scrubs Season 9 definitely fit the spinoff mold more than it did being part of the main series. While Zack Braff, Donald Faison, John C. McGinley and Sarah Chalke were among the familiar faces who reprised their roles in series regular or recurring capacities, the show’s focus had very much switched to the medical students. That included Kerry Bishé’s Lucy Bennett, Dave Franco’s Cole Aaronson and Michael Mosley’s Drew Suffin, and Eliza Coupe’s Denise Mahoney, who was introduced in Scrubs Season 8, was given an expanded role as a teaching assistant.

I agree that it would have been preferable for Scrubs Season 9 to have been a separate show rather than a continuation the original one. Maybe Bill Lawrence is right that it would have been evaluated differently through that lens. Regardless, he has nothing bad to say about Season 9, which is fine. I am, however, glad that Aseem Batra was insistent on acting as though “My Finale” was the end of Scrubs in its original form. With that mindset, it deserves to be counted as one of the TV shows that actually ended well.

You’re welcome to revisit Scrubs Season 9 with your Hulu subscription and see if it plays better in your head by imagining it as a spinoff instead. Otherwise, remember that the Scrubs revival will drop its first two episodes on Wednesday, February 25 on ABC. Additionally, along with his Apple TV+ subscription-exclusive shows Ted Lasso, Shrinking and Bad Monkey, Bill Lawrence also has a new series called Rooster that debuts next month on HBO.

Season 3 of Shrinking premieres on the 2026 TV schedule on January 28, which means reviews are rolling in. In one particular reaction to the new season of the Apple TV comedy, a critic claimed that this might be a good time for the show to say goodbye. However, it would seem the cast isn’t ready to do that quite yet based on one actor’s comment on this review.

A Review About Shrinking Season 3 Claimed It ‘Should End Here’

First of all, let me make one thing very clear: Collider’s review of Shrinking Season 3 is glowing. Meredith Loftus noted that the series continues to show Harrison Ford’s brilliance as Paul, and capitalized on the chemistry between Jason Segel and Cobie Smulders, among other things. However, she also wrote that this chapter could make for a great end:

The review goes on to explain that if this is indeed the end, it’s a great one. Noting that it leaves “it all out there in humorous and poignant fashion,” this critic made her love for the new episodes obvious while also explaining why now might be the time for a curtain call.

Now, the question is: Is the cast ready for that?

How Luke Tennie Responded To This Review

Now, when the outlet posted this review on Instagram with the headline “One of Apple TV’s Best, Most Heartfelt Comedy Series Should End Here,” Luke Tennie took notice. Tennie has played Sean on Shrinking since day one; he’s returning for Season 3, and in the comments of the review, he made it clear that he’s not ready to be done with his program:

I think I agree with him. While I am a proponent of shows knowing when to end and saying goodbye before they overstay their welcome, I have confidence in Shrinking’s future.

It’s been made abundantly clear on multiple occasions that Season 3 serves as the ending of this chapter we’ve been in since Season 1. However, it is by no means the end.

In fact, last year, Jason Segel said he’d be “surprised” if the upcoming season was their final. While he said the future of Shrinking wasn’t confirmed, he also explained that he thinks it could go on, and noted that the “stories haven’t run dry,” meaning they have ideas for how to move the comedy forward.

Co-creator Bill Lawrence also said “there’s always more story to tell” with Shrinking. While the first three seasons were always intended to track the full arc of “grief, forgiveness and moving forward,” he also said that there’s “more pathos” to explore.

So, clearly, the cast wants to keep working on Shrinking, and the future of this great Apple TV series is something that’s been thought about. Therefore, I’d be more than happy if Season 4 happens. However, we have to see Season 3 for ourselves first, and you’ll be able to do just that with an Apple TV subscription starting on January 28.

There are some books you just know would make an amazing book-to-screen adaptation, and for me, Skinny Dip by Carl Hiaasen is near the top of that list and has been for decades. So to hear that an adaptation is finally in the works and has an amazing actor attached to play the lead was the best kind of news. While it's not the first time anyone's tried to bring the 2004 crime caper novel to the screen, I'm really hoping this one sticks, because Amanda Seyfried as Joey? Yes, please.

Deadline reported the news earlier this month that Amanda Seyfried was attached to star in a series adaptation of Skinny Dip for Amazon. Once Upon a Time creators Adam Horowitz and Edward Kitsis are on board to write and executive-produce. The creator of Scrubs (and the upcoming Scrubs revival/reboot), Bill Lawrence, who adapted Hiaasen's Bad Monkey, is also on board to executive produce this one.

To say that Skinny Dip is one of my favorite crime comedy books is probably an understatement. It's honestly one of my favorite books, period. I just love the tone of it, and how everything spirals from the very start. I can still remember the first time I listened to the audiobook and was completely sold by the first few lines:

This work of fiction tells the story of a wealthy woman surviving her husband's attempt to murder her by chucking her over the side of a cruise ship during their anniversary trip. Rather than running to the police, she decides not to reemerge alive right away and teams up with Mick Stranahan, a former detective who’s living a quiet life on an island, when Joey literally floats into his life, barely conscious and clinging to a bale of pot.

Joey is a strong, capable woman trying to make sense of how she found herself in the predicament she’s in, and I think Amanda Seyfried is great casting for the role. In fact, if you need a reminder of how much range she has in handling intense emotions and dramatic moments as well as she does the comedic ones, go see The Housemaid. Critics certainly seemed to appreciate her recent performance, and after seeing the movie myself, I’m even more excited to know she’s involved in this adaptation.

Skinny Dip is such a fun story with a Florida backdrop and the kind of unpredictable characters you'd expect from a Carl Hiaasen book. Really, it’s kind of baffling to me that it’s taken so long to be adapted.

As Deadline’s article notes, there were efforts to adapt this book in the past, including an attempt at HBO at one point, and a pilot made for the CW. If all goes well for the current project, which is being produced by Warner Bros, it will presumably stream on Prime at some point. It was originally being produced for HBO Max.

I’m excited to hear more updates on the cast – particularly for who’s playing Mick Stranahan – if/when things begin to move forward. In the meantime, I may need to give the book another reread in the near future.

You can pick up a copy of Skinny Dip at Amazon.

Michael J. Fox has been back in the news lately for his memoir Future Boy: Back to the Future and My Journey Through the Space-Time Continuum, where he discusses topics like why he hated driving the spruced-up DeLorean in the 1985 movie and one reason he feels bad he was cast in the role of Marty McFly. However, soon he’ll be back on our small screens as well for Shrinking Season 3, which premieres on the 2026 TV schedule next month. Bill Lawrence, creator of the hit Apple TV subscription-exclusive series, opened up about Fox’s role in this next season, and I’m looking forward to his acting return even more now.

Lawrence and Fox go way back, as the latter starred in the first four seasons of Spin City, the first TV show the former created, and then guest starred in an episode of Clone High and two episodes of Scrubs. Shrinking will mark Fox’s first time acting onscreen since he reprised his The Good Wife character, Louis Canning, in two episodes of the spinoff The Good Fight, and Lawrence recalled to TVLine how he looped him into his latest series:

Bill Lawrence described Michael J. Fox as playing a “full-fledged character” in Shrinking Season 3, meaning he’s not playing a fictional version of himself. This still-unnamed character will meet Harrison Ford’s Paul Rhoades, who also has Parkinson’s disease, at the beginning of the season and appear in multiple episodes. No doubt Fox’s character will help Paul grapple and deal with this condition, especially considering that in Shrinking Season 2’s penultimate episode, he learned from his doctor that his medication will stop working in six months to a year.

Yeah, that’s getting heavy, which is why I’m also glad to know Michael J. Fox will get funny moments in the next season of Shrinking. His “ridiculous comedic timing” combined with Harrison Ford’s dry wit has the potential to be a humor gold mine. As eager as I am to see these two men share screen time together, I’m also curious if Fox will perform opposite any of Shrinking’s other series regulars, like Jason Segel’s Jimmy Laird or Jessica Williams’ Gaby.

Shrinking Season 3 also sees Jeff Daniels coming in to play Jimmy’s father, and Sherry Cola, Isabella Gomez and Candice Bergman have been cast in undisclosed roles. The next batch of episodes premieres Wednesday, January 28 on Apple TV.

Scrubs ranks as one of the best sitcoms of all time, so there’s no shortage of people, myself include, who are excited about the revival airing on ABC next year. Series creator Bill Lawrence signed on to develop Scrubs 2.0 (not the official title) last December, and less than a week ago, he shared that filming will begin in October. Ahead of that production start date, there’a a new update that I’m pleased about, yet it also leads me to wonder about what’s happening with two of the original show’s leading characters.

There’s A Photo From The First Scrubs Revival Table Read

After it was announced that Zach Braff would reprise JD in the Scrubs revival, we learned that Donald Faison, Sarah Chalke, Judy Reyes and John C. McGinley will also be back to respectively play Turk, Elliot and Dr. Cox. Now we have these five, along with Bill Lawrence, back together in a photograph taken from the first Scrubs 2.0 table read:

It does my heart good to see these familiar faces that entertained viewers on NBC for the first seven seasons of Scrubs, then on ABC for the final two seasons. Braff, Faison and Chalke will be series regulars, and Reyes and McGinley will be recurring guest stars. The photo was accompanied by the previously-released synopsis:

This ties nicely back to Bill Lawrence’s previous comments about how Scrubs 2.0 will explore what it’s like to be an older doctor and that this revival can’t just be a repeat of the original show. Lawrence won’t be as hands-on with the new Scrubs given his busy schedule handling Warner Bros.Televsion-produced shows that can be streamed with an Apple TV+ subscription, like Ted Lasso, Shrinking and Bad Monkey. Instead fellow executive producers Tim Hobert and Aseem Batra are the showrunners. Jeff Ingold and Lisa Katzer from Lawrence’s production company Doozer Productions are also executive producing.

What’s The Status Of Kelso And The Janitor In The Scrubs Revival?

I’m glad that this photo was shared today and look forward to seeing official production images. However, there are two familiar faces from the original Scrubs main cast missing: Ken Jenkins and Neil Flynn, who played Dr. Kelso and The Janitor, respectively. I’ve been wondering about their involvement in the Scrubs revival, and their absence in this photo has me even more curious.

At this point, I wasn’t expecting either of those two actors to be series regulars on Scrubs 2.0, especially Jenkins, who’s 85 years old. Still, it would feel weird for him and Flynn to not show up on the revival, even if it’s only for one episode. Also, since that table read is almost certainly for the first episode, perhaps Kelso and Janitor won’t appear until later in the season. That would be fine with me, I just hope we get to check in on these two at least once, as it’d be nice to learn what they’ve been up to in the last decade and a half.

Keep your eyes peeled on CinemaBlend for more updates on how the Scrubs revival is coming along. Stream the original show with either your Hulu subscription or Peacock subscription.

Scrubs is one of the best sitcoms of all time, so it’s not surprising that it’s being revived. The series, which is streamable with a Hulu subscription, originally ran for seven seasons on NBC and two seasons on ABC, which is where the revival is headed. A reboot has been in the talks for a while and, even though it won’t be airing on the 2025 TV schedule, the sequel series will be heading to the Alphabet Network in 2026. Now, creator Bill Lawrence is providing two updates on the reboot, which seem to indicate just how quickly it's all coming together.

It was confirmed in December 2024 that a Scrubs reboot was in development at the Disney-owned network. Lawrence was subsequently quick to defend the amid concerns from fans. Since then, the show has been ordered to series with original stars Zach Braff, Donald Faison and Sarah Chalke leading the cast and serving as executive producers. John C. McGinley and Judy Reyes are also set to return. Just recently Lawrence spoke to Decider and shared some key details that make the prospect of the production's arrival feel even more real to me:

Considering that the reboot has already been confirmed to premiere midseason, it makes sense that filming will be kicking off soon. Color me excited this show is actually happening. Based on Lawrence's consistent updates, it's felt like since the show was announced, he's been working on it non-stop. At this point, though, I'm hoping production runs smoothly once the cameras start rolling.

Scrubs fans have been waiting and hoping for a new show for a while now. The OG series ended in 2010, and discussions for a reboot have been going on for a while. Bill Lawrence has been and continues to be busy with other shows. At present, he's still working on the highly anticipated fourth season of Ted Lasso, the third season of Shrinking, and the second season of Bad Monkey, which will all be streamable with an Apple TV+ subscription once they drop. Given how much Lawrence has on his plate, it's admirable that he's been able to put so much into the Scrubs reboot so quickly.

Of course, reboots and revivals can always be a hit or miss, so it’s hard to tell how the new Scrubs series will actually pan out. Bill Lawrence previously explained that the reboot won’t just be a repeat of the original show, as he noted that a lot has changed, both with the characters and the medical world in the last 15 years since the original aired.

Lawrence's track record as a writer and producer have me optimistic about what's to come. And, thankfully, it seems all of the medical hijinks will be coming sooner rather than later. In the meantime, I'll definitely be streaming all nine seasons of the original show to prepare myself.

Shrinking was one of my favorite shows of 2024 and 2023, and, honestly, it’s become a comfort series. So, you better believe I can’t wait for Season 3 of Shrinking. To be blunt and a bit over the top, I also wouldn’t be opposed to this show going on for as long as it can. Thankfully, co-creator Bill Lawrence has no plans on ending the series anytime soon, and he explained why “there’s always more story to tell” too.

Now, the goal of Shrinking going beyond Season 3 isn’t surprising. Earlier this year, co-creator and star Jason Segel said he’d be “really surprised” if the upcoming season was also the last one. Now Lawrence has also shared his two cents on the matter with THR, starting with the three-season plan they’ve had all along:

He’s said this before. At this point, it’s well known that the pre-conceived arc for Jason Segel’s lead character, Jimmy, would be three seasons long. However, that does not mean the show will end. In fact, if these guys get their way, we aren’t even closer to the series finale.

According to Lawrence, Shrinking has the potential to go on for as long as they want it to, for the following reason:

I read Lawrence’s comments here in two ways.

One has to do with the Shrinking cast, the primary characters in this show – Jimmy, Alice, Paul, Gaby, Liz, Brian, Sean and Derek – are always evolving, changing and dealing with different hurdles in their lives. So, like life, the story can always go on.

Then, from a professional standpoint, Jimmy, Gaby and Paul are therapists; there’s an endless mine of emotional and funny stories to tell in that realm too. So, this feels like a natural show to continue past Season 3. To that point, Bill Lawrence said:

Along with that, earlier in the interview, he also explained that they're in the process of getting to a place where they can "make the show with the same cast." Lawrence said that the big hope is "everyone's game to do another one."

It’s important to note that while Shrinking is one of Apple TV+’s best shows and featured on the list of 2025’s Emmy nominees, it has not been renewed for Season 4. However, its critical acclaim and the track record of the team behind it suggest that renewal is highly likely. Also, with both Lawrence and Segel now saying they’d love to make more episodes, I’d be genuinely shocked if they weren’t allowed to.

So, get excited, folks, there’s a plan for more Shrinking, there’s 100% more story to tell, and this team clearly wants to tell it. However, we have Season 3 to focus on first. It has officially wrapped, so hopefully we’ll be streaming it with an Apple TV+ subscription sooner rather than later, and then after that, let’s hope therapy will continue in a fourth installment.

In the midst of working on Warner Bros. Television-produced shows like Ted Lasso, Shrinking and Bad Monkey (all of which can be streamed with an Apple TV+ subscription), producer, director and writer Bill Lawrence is also revisiting one of his earliest television successes. Last December, Lawrence signed on to develop a Scrubs revival for ABC, and last month, the network ordered it to series. However, don’t go into the new Scrubs thinking it’ll just be a repeat of the original series, as Bill Lawrence referenced an old Zach Braff quote to make this point about that.

It’s been 15 years since since Scrubs wrapped its nine-season run on ABC, and the TV landscape has changed a lot since then, both with the rise of streaming and different approaches with small screen storytelling. Lawrence mentioned in an interview with THR that one of the things that’s been important for him to do with his more recent shows is to make it “feel like the characters are going on new adventures.” When the interviewer brought up how they think The Bear hasn’t really pushed Carmen’s storyline forward, even though they didn’t want to “slam” the FX on Hulu show, Lawrence responded:

Zach Braff was the first actor to sign onto the Scrubs revival, which isn’t surprising consider his character, JD, was the original show’s leading character its first eight seasons, followed by having a supporting role in a portion of Season 9. But a lot can change in a decade and a half, and in early June, Braff said the revival needed to ensure that its exploration of JD as an older doctor who’s been “beaten down by the system” doesn’t just rehash what we went through when he first started working at Sacred Heart. It sounds like Bill Lawrence is in agreement.

This is a far cry from when Scrubs 1.0 was still on the air, as Lawrence recalled the following moment from when Braff was doing press during what was originally supposed to be the final season:

To be fair, Scrubs aired at a time when episodes of comedy shows were oftentimes more standalone, making it easier for people who caught said shows in reruns to follow along. But Scrubs 2.0 will make more of an effort to show noticeable character development, and thankfully, Zach Braff won’t be the only alum back for this next round. Donald Faison and Sarah Chalke are confirmed to be respectively reprising Turk and Elliot. John C. McGinley and Judy Reyes are reportedly also having talks about coming back as Dr. Cox and Carla, respectively, but there’s been no word about if Ken Jenkins and Neil Flynn will be back as Dr. Kelso and The Janitor.

While it’s unlikely that the Scrubs revival will be ready to premiere on the 2025 TV schedule, there’s still plenty of time to prepare it as a midseason offering in 2026. For now, you’re welcome to revisit the original series with your Hulu subscription.

Shrinking Season 3 is currently in production, and many of the details are being kept underwaps. What has been confirmed, however, is that the upcoming season will mark Michael J. Fox’s return to acting. Not too much information has been shared in regard to the Emmy winner’s role, though there’s been rumor for plenty of speculation on Fox’s character. Now, series co-creator Bill Lawrence is giving fans a taste of what they can expect from his former collaborator’s presence on the show, and I’m relieved for one particular reason.

For some time now, Michael J. Fox has discussed his decision to step away from regular acting due to the fact that he has Parkinson’s Disease. So it was a pleasant surprise when it was reported that he’d be getting back in the game for Shrinking. Of course, even after that confirmation there was still a question of how big his role would be. Well, as Bill Lawrence revealed to TVLine, Fox’s involvement amounts to more than a blink-and-you-miss-it cameo:

To say that I’m delighted to find out that the Family Ties icon will appear on multiple episodes of the therapy-centered dramedy series would be an understatement. Surely, I assumed that Fox’s health would have to be taken into consideration upon his casting, so the possibility of his role being small was definitely significant. As someone who’s long been a fan of the Canadian actor, this is all music to my ears.

Bill Lawrence and Michael J. Fox have history, as the two worked together on the hit sitcom Spin City. Fox ultimately left the show after the fourth season to spend more time with his family amid his Parkinson’s diagnosis and inform the public on the disease. In 2024, Lawrence admitted that Fox’s experiences with the medical condition influenced how he approached its depiction on Shrinking. (Harrison Ford’s character, Paul Rhodes, has it.) Lawrence shared more details on how the disease relates to Fox’s character:

Michael J. Fox isn’t the only newcomer headed to Season 3 of Shrinking. Jeff Daniels is joining the already-stellar ensemble and is playing the estranged father of Jason Segel’s Jimmy Laird. Fans will also see more of Cobie Smulders’ Sofi, who may or may not form some kind of bond with Jimmy. I’m excited for what lies ahead within the new episodes, especially now that I know Fox will show up on multiple episodes.

For now, stream the first two seasons of Shrinking using an Apple TV+ subscription. That same membership will also grant users access to the critically acclaimed documentary Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie.

With every show you love, a question always looms about when it will end. Some series wind up prematurely on the list of shows canceled in 2025, for example, while others intentionally come to an end. In the case of Shrinking, Season 3 will come out sometime in the near-ish future (they’re filming it right now), and many are wondering whether it will go on from there. Now, Jason Segel has addressed the upcoming Apple TV+ show’s future.

In the past, co-creator Bill Lawrence has said that there was a three-season plan for Shrinking, which Vulture’s Jesse David Fox mentioned on the Good One podcast. He then asked Segel if Season 3 felt like a final season. In response, the actor and co-creator of what I would consider one of Apple TV+’s best shows said:

At the end of 2024, around the time Shrinking’s Season 2 finale dropped, the LA Times asked Bill Lawrence if he could “see the show going beyond” Season 3. In response, the showrunner explained that “this story is over in three seasons,” noting that people might not be thrilled if the show’s continued primary focus was on Jimmy grieving his wife and trying to parent his daughter.

However, he also said that with Season 3, they are “putting Easter eggs in it” that will hint at the potential story for Season 4.

So, all of that information plays right into the point Jason Segel made here. While one chapter is coming to a close, they don’t think the show is ending, as the Jimmy actor explained:

Now, I’m an optimistic person, so as I read this, it makes me very hopeful that Shrinking will go on well beyond Season 3. It seems like Segel and co. want to keep telling this story, especially since they’d start a new chapter of it with Season 4.

Obviously, the former How I Met Your Mother cast member is aware that the show could get canceled at any time. However, right now, it seems like the end isn’t in immediate sight:

This is the kind of mentality I love to see. Yes, Shrinking was one of my favorite shows of 2024, and it is one of my favorite comedies ever. So, I’d love to see it go on forever. However, I also appreciate a project that knows when to end. The last thing I want is the show to overstay its welcome and tell a story that isn’t as good as the ones we’ve gotten so far.

It seems like Jason Segel has that mentality, too, so I think it’s safe to assume that we’ll be able to use an Apple TV+ subscription to stream more than three seasons of Shrinking as long as the team behind it wants to keep making it (and it seems like they do).

As someone who came of age during Scrubs’ original run, I’ve long considered it not only a great medical show but also one of the best sitcoms of all time. While the Zach Braff-led series, with all its celebrity cameos and long list of great episodes, has been off the air for nearly 16 years, we’ll soon be going back to Sacred Heart Hospital.

Ahead of the ABC show’s return, I’ve searched near and far for everything I can find about the return of one of my all-time favorite shows. And after finding all this, I’m even more excited for the return of J.D., Turk, and the rest of the Scrubs cast…

When Will The Scrubs Revival Premiere?

The Scrubs revival series will land on the 2026 TV schedule in a matter of weeks, as ABC has announced a February 25 return for the beloved show. That’s right near the 16th anniversary of the Scrubs Season 9 finale and nearly a quarter-century since J.D. first walked into Sacred Heart back in October 2001.

Not only will episodes air the old-fashioned way on ABC, but they’ll also be streaming for anyone with a Hulu subscription.

The Scrubs Series Revival Will Consist Of Nine Episodes

Considering Scrubs is returning to the airwaves with a mid-season premiere, it was unlikely the show would get a full 20-to-23-episode order. That said, as Zach Braff and Donald Faison revealed on their Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald podcast (via Screenrant) in August 2025, the new revival will consist of nine episodes. This still gives us plenty of time for those signature daydream sequences, J.D. and Turk yelling “Eagle!” through the hallways of Sacred Heart, and all sorts of surprises come February 2026.

The Scrubs Series Revival Cast

The award-winning Scrubs cast has always been a tight-knit group; one that will make appearances together on shows like Cougar Town, lead multiple commercial campaigns, and post pics of themselves just hanging out. That said, it was no surprise when ABC announced that many of the surviving actors from the original run (RIP, Sam Lloyd) would be returning for the new revival. Here’s everyone who’s been announced for the show so far.

• Zach Braff as John "J.D." Dorian
• Donald Faison as Christopher Turk
• Sarah Chalke as Elliot Reid
• Judy Reyes as Carla Espinosa
• John C. McGinley as Dr. Perry Cox
• Vanessa Bayer as Sibby
• Joel Kim Booster as Dr. Erik Park
• Robert Maschio as Dr. Todd Quinlan
• Phill Lewis as Dr. Hooch
• Ava Bunn as Serena
• Jacob Dudman as Asher
• David Gridley as Blake
• Layla Mohammadi as Amara
• Amanda Morrow as Dashana

What About Dr. Kelso And The Janitor?

I’m sure I’m not the only one who looked at that list above and thought: Aren’t there two major characters missing? As of this writing (less than a month before the premiere), Ken Jenkins and Neil Flynn’s characters aren’t set to appear on the show, at least not in the first few episodes.

When speaking with Esquire ahead of the series’ return, Zach Braff said that both actors want to come back, it’s just that the creative team is trying to make it work. Even so, if they don’t appear this season, and Scrubs is given a second season, Braff said it’s a strong possibility:

I find it hard to believe that two of the most recognizable characters from the show’s first run won’t be around, but we shall see.

In the same interview, Braff also hinted at a tribute to Sam Lloyd, who passed away in 2020. According to Braff, the revival will honor the man who famously played Ted Buckley by naming the characters’ after-hours hangout Lloyd’s Tavern.

What Will The Scrubs Revival Be About?

One of the big questions I had upon hearing that Bill Lawrence was bringing Scrubs back to life revolved around its setup: will it be a reboot or a revival of the original series? Well, the Ted Lasso and Shrinking creator told Deadline in October 2024 that it won’t be one or the other, but instead a combination of the two, stating:

Though that didn’t answer many questions at the time, ABC has since announced that the revival will follow J.D. and Turk as they “scrub in together for the first time in a long time.” Coming back to Sacred Heart Hospital with new patients, new interns, and a whole new world of medicine, a lot can happen when these two get back in the swing of things.

When speaking with People Magazine in November 2025, Zach Braff and Donald Faison opened up about the tone and feel of the series, saying that there will be a combination of both old and new when the show returns:

• Zach Braff: There's a very young writers staff along with some of the brilliant original writers on Scrubs, and I think this young, very diverse group of writers will help us crack that case.
• Donald Faison: I think a lot of the story still holds up too. You're still following your favorite doctors, your heroes to some people. Regardless of what's happened from season one through nine, the core story is still there and people really want to see that.

I must say, it will be interesting to see how the two eras melt together. This could be a really cool direction for the staff of Sacred Heart.

The Scrubs Series Revival Trailer

After years of anticipation, ABC finally gave us a proper look at the upcoming Scrubs series revival in January 2026. Though it’s not a full trailer (hopefully, we get this sooner or later), the teaser dropped on the Scrubs Instagram account does have me even more excited for what’s to come:

The brief teaser starts off with JD and Turk spotting each other in the halls of Sacred Heart as they break out a classic “Eagle” for old time’s sake. What follows is some laughs, cast returns, and a whole lot of heart. February 25 can’t come soon enough!

Series Creator Bill Lawrence Will Not Be Writing Or Showrunning Scrubs, But Is Involved

Though Bill Lawrence, who will defend the Scrubs reboot to anyone and everyone, won’t be writing the series revival or serving as showrunner (this guy is super busy with Ted Lasso Season 4 and the upcoming new season of Shrinking), he will be heavily involved with the project.

According to Deadline, the prolific TV producer will serve as an executive producer for the medical dramedy series once again.

How To Watch The Original Scrubs Series Online

If you’re trying to relive the glory days of Scrubs before the reboot comes around, you’re in luck because it’s never been easier to watch the series from start to finish. You can check out all nine seasons over on Hulu (or with a Disney+ subscription if you bundle).

• Stream Scrubs on Hulu.

We’re only a few weeks away from the return of Scrubs, but make sure to check back leading up to the premiere for all the latest.

Spoiler alert! This story discusses the April 3 episode of Doctor Odyssey, which can be streamed with a Hulu subscription if you haven't seen it and want to avoid spoilers.

With Ryan Murphy being the brains of the Doctor Odyssey operation, it’s no surprise that the medical storylines are always hilariously absurd, but ABC’s rookie medical drama is also developing a reputation for having some standout guest stars. The latest episode to hit the 2025 TV schedule, “Spring Break” brought some strong nepo baby energy with Ava Phillippe, Paris Jackson and Charlotte Lawrence — as well as TikToker Noah Beck — and I am here for this campy ridiculousness.

Max Bankman Plays Doctor With Veronica, Victoria And Vanessa

Ava Phillippe, the daughter of Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe, made her acting debut on Doctor Odyssey as Veronica — one of three self-proclaimed “vixens” determined to have a foursome with “Dr. DILF” (aka Joshua Jackson’s Max). Veronica was joined on the cruise by Vanessa (Michael Jackson’s daughter Paris) and Victoria (Charlotte Lawrence, daughter of Christa Miller and Bill Lawrence).

The wildly tongue-in-cheek character names only scratch the surface of what “Spring Break” had in store for us. After the vixens noted that Max was jogging “commando,” they invited him to their room for the “ride of his life.” The ship’s doctor — who Joshua Jackson has admitted struggles with boundaries — turned down the offer but didn’t even try to hide the fact that he was ogling them. (“I am but flesh and blood.” Ugh.)

But because this is Doctor Odyssey, Max did not spend his week mildly resisting the vixens’ advances but rather treating (and being treated for) their various medical emergencies. Paris Jackson’s Vanessa suffered an overdose when she snorted cocaine laced with fentanyl, and Charlotte Lawrence’s Victoria was paralyzed from the waist down after drinking and diving (not a typo) with an undiagnosed heart condition. What even is this show?

TikTok Star Noah Beck Wins For Week's Wildest Malady

The most eyebrow-raising medical condition of the week, however, didn’t come from one of the vixens. That honor would go to Steve, played by Noah Beck.

After Steve’s “cruller lost its cream filling” (a metaphor brought to us by Capt. Massey that made me want to scrub my brain with the same bleach they were using on the ship’s hot tub), Max thought it best if he went and talked to the young man about his premature ejaculation.

Whyyy? I can’t imagine Steve was too enthused (ha) to be having a conversation with this really involved ship doctor about his unexpected orgasms. I guess it was a good thing he did, though, because Max was able to get him diagnosed with Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder and fix him up with some medicine that ensured it was safe for him to go back in the water. (Take that to mean whatever you want.)

If we’re going to have these ridiculous medical cases continue to pop up on The Odyssey, I love that we’re getting some fun casting decisions as well. Other notable guest stars on Doctor Odyssey’s premiere season have included Shania Twain (the second of the show’s unexpected pregnancies), John Stamos, Margaret Cho and, of course, Angela Bassett from the crossover with 9-1-1.

Who will show up on the cruise ship next? Tune in at 9 p.m. ET Thursdays on ABC to find out.

Shrinking fans we are back in business! It’s safe to assume that Jimmy is back to Jimmy-ing, because Season 3 of Shrinking is in production. This was revealed by Christa Miller recently, as she excitedly posted about getting back to work, and Harrison Ford, who candidly opened up about returning as Paul and how the fires impacted their sets. Now, fans are doing the “happy dance,” because one of Apple TV+’s best shows is one step closer to being back on our screens.

Christa Miller Revealed Production On Shrinking Season 3 Has Started, While Harrison Ford Spoke About Getting Back To Work

It’s been almost two months since Shrinking’s emotional Season 2 finale dropped and the wait for Season 3 began. The show was renewed quickly, and now production has officially started. To celebrate that fact, Liz actress Christa Miller posted this cute BTS photo on Instagram:

As she said, production is “underway,” so get stoked folks. Hopefully, this means Season 3 will air late on the 2025 TV schedule, however, we won’t know that for certain for a while. I’ll take what I can get, though, and the fact that one of my favorite casts is back working together fills my heart with joy.

To make matters better, but also a bit more somber, Harrison Ford opened up to The AP about getting back to work. Like Miller – funnily enough, her character Liz and Ford’s Paul have been called similar making this even better – he seems to be looking forward to returning. However, Shrinking was also impacted by the wildfires, as the 1923 star explained:

While it’s truly tragic that they lost sets, Ford is right, the focus should be on those who lost their homes. Thankfully, it sounds like Shrinking will be doing what it can to help those people out during production, which makes this news about Season 3 even better.

So, queue the happy dance!

Shrinking Fans Are Thrilled About The Show Going Into Production

I’m of the firm belief that Shrinking is one of the best shows on TV right now, and it would appear many fans believe the same based on their reactions to Miller’s Season 3 update:

• You can't see me, but I'm doing my HAPPY DANCE!❤️❤️ -sociallybyej
• I’m so thrilled. Every aspect of this production is pitch perfect. It’s clear so much love and care go into crafting every second of this show. Please know it is deeply appreciated by so, so many humans. -serenitysong
• Season 2 was even better than season 1! Unbelievable! Can’t wait for 3. -osusannaho
• Thank goodness - best show on rn!! ❤️ -pip_stanford
• I cannot wait! This show is so real and raw and delicious and happy all at the same time -lolaroaming

I think it’s safe to say we’ll all have our Apple TV+ subscriptions ready when Shrinking Season 3 returns.

However, for now, let’s do a little happy dance, rewatch the first two seasons, and keep our eyes peeled for more BTS info, because the junior installment of this beloved comedy is on the way, and we’re all very ready for it!

Throughout Shrinking’s two seasons, we’ve seen Harrison Ford’s therapist Paul learn to live with his Parkinson’s, which is an ongoing and increasing challenge. It’s a big part of the show too, and it’s handled with great care. Now, the show’s co-creator, Bill Lawrence, has opened up about how they depict the disease on the comedy and how his relationship with Michael J. Fox has impacted how they depict Parkinson’s on the incredible Apple TV+ series.

After Shrinking Season 2 wrapped up on the 2024 TV schedule, Bill Lawrence spoke about how his friendship with Fox has influenced how they show Parkinson’s on the Apple TV+ project with People. The creator explained that both he and his fellow co-creator Brett Goldstein have personal connections to their disease, because both their fathers had it. Lawrence is close to Michael J. Fox too, which also impacted the show, as he explained:

In Shrinking, Paul is a working therapist who is in the earlier days of his Parkinson’s diagnosis. In Season 1, he realizes he shouldn’t drive anymore and in Season 2 his shakes get worse and there’s a lot of talk about his medication and when he should take it. While what he’s going through is hard, it’s never sad or tragic. As Lawrence said, like the way Fox has handled Parkinson’s, Harrison Ford’s character’s strength and resilience as he works to figure out his new normal is "inspiring."

For a bit of context on why Lawrence has such a deep connection to Fox, the two collaborated on one of the best sitcoms, Spin City. As the actor revealed in his great documentary Still, he tried to hide his Parkinson’s while filming the first few seasons of that show. However, in 1998, the Back to the Future star publicly disclosed his diagnosis and continued to work on the comedy until it ended in 2002.

After that, Fox guest starred in Lawrence’s comedy Scrubs, and as the producer said, he’s always been inspired by his collaborator’s work. To that point, the Ted Lasso co-creator said:

You can feel that spirit in the show. Paul works so hard and he’s so emotionally vulnerable about what he’s going through – as proven in dividends by the tearjerking Season 2 speech Ford gave during the finale.

Lawrence went on to say that he takes inspiration from the people in his life all the time, and he credited the Family Ties star as the first collaborator he did that with.

As you likely know, Fox has become a leading voice in the fight against Parkinson’s, and his advocacy for it and research is more than admirable. Plus, his general optimism and drive to keep going, despite the challenges he’s faced, is extremely uplifting. Like Paul, people are inspired by him, and I 100% understand why Bill Lawrence is too.

If you are looking to watch Shrinking and Michael J. Fox’s documentary Still, which candidly addresses how his life has changed as he’s lived with Parkinson’s, you can stream both with an Apple TV+ subscription.

When I think of Bad Monkey, I immediately think of Florida. Honestly, the Florida Keys are a character in the quirky whodunnit that’s based on Carl Hiaasen’s novels. So, I’m thrilled that we’ll get to spend another season with Vince Vaughn’s Yancy solving crimes in this wild place. However, I’m upset that production is reportedly moving to Los Angeles for Season 2 rather than filming it all on location.

Apple TV+ Has Renewed Bad Monkey For A Second Season

A few months after Bad Monkey’s run on the 2024 TV schedule, Apple TV+ announced that it had been renewed for a second season. The show is a book-to-screen adaptation of Carl Hiaasen’s work, and according to Deadline, Season 2 will be an original story that isn’t based on one of the author’s books. However, it will be “influenced” by it.

In the announcement about the renewal of the great Apple TV+ series, the mystery comedy’s showrunner and executive producer Bill Lawrence said:

Knowing how much Lawrence loves this project and witnessing how great Vince Vaughn and the ensemble cast were in it, I can’t wait to see the return of Andrew Yancy. However, there was one reported update about where they’ll film this season that makes me upset and worried.

However, Production Will Reportedly Move From Florida To LA, And I Don’t Love That

When I spoke with Bill Lawrence about Bad Monkey earlier this year, he told me that Hiaasen “wouldn’t really let” them make the show unless it was filmed in Florida, so that’s what they did. Ultimately, it led to some wild wildlife interactions and requirements that impacted the comedy, and it added a needed tropical feel to a project that made its location a character.

However, apparently, Season 2 will be moving from Miami and the Florida Keys to LA, according to a report from Deadline. This claim came from sources who spoke to the publication, and they alleged that “the move was important to Los Angeles-based Vaughn and the crew also faced a lot of weather-related challenges while filming Season 1.”

The report does clarify that they will do “pickup shoots” in Florida, so we can likely expect some of that tropical view and fun wildlife in the show. However, it feels like there will be a lot less of it, which upsets me.

I spoke to the cast of Bad Monkey about Florida playing a character in this show – with Zach Braff even telling me a story about a “man date” he went on with Rob Delaney that involved alligators – and it was clear that it had a big impact. I loved seeing Vaughn’s Yancy traverse around The Keys and the characters solving crimes on beaches. I also was a big fan of the deer, turtles and other wildlife that played a big part in the show. Overall, I think it's best when projects like this can be filmed on location, because it really adds a level of immersion that's hard to fully get on a set.

Logistically, I get why this move is happening. As the report stated, a bunch of the cast is based in LA, plus Bill Lawrence also has Season 3 of Shrinking, an HBO comedy with Steve Carell and a Scrubs reboot in the works. There's no doubt it’d be hard to uproot and move to Florida. I also assume it will be easier to film on sets there and pick up exteriors and such later.

However, I’m still upset about this move. One of the reasons why I love Bad Monkey so much was the unexpected and authentic energy it had because they literally filmed it in Florida. While I’m sure they’ll be able to maintain it, especially since they’ve established the characters and their surroundings, it’s still a bummer.

Don’t get it twisted though, I’ll still be tuned in to watch Season 2 with my Apple TV+ subscription whenever it comes out, and I’ll likely enjoy it too. I'll just miss that extra bit of Florida flair.

Scrubs had a healthy run on broadcast TV in the 2000s, airing its first seven seasons on NBC, and the last two seasons on ABC. Unfortunately, the “most realistic” medical show, which ranks as one of the best sitcoms of all time, ended on an underwhelming note with the polarizing ninth season. However, nearly a decade and a half later, fans may get to revisit this world that blended together comedy and drama seamlessly. Yesterday, it was announced that the long-discussed Scrubs reboot is finally in development, with Bill Lawrence, the original show’s creator, coming back to shepherd it, albeit not as showrunner. Now the writer/producer/director has taken to social media to defend the reboot after fans expressed concern about Scrubs returning to ABC.

This all started when Lawrence, who’s been keeping audiences entertained in recent years with Apple TV+ subscription-exclusive shows like Ted Lasso and Shrinking, responded on X (formerly known as Twitter) to a fan of the original Scrubs who said he “ truly loved this show growing up but there is no reason to bring these characters back.” This fan tagged Lawrence to ask him if he’s involved in the reboot, to which Lawrence answered:

While there are various reboots/revivals of popular shows from decades back that don’t end up working out, that’s not deterring Bill Lawrence from wanting to give Scrubs the same treatment. Between both providing work opportunities and the camaraderie that still exists with the actors and behind-the-scenes talent, that’s more than enough justification to move forward with the project, in his eyes. The fan followed up and told Lawrence that the ending of the Scrubs Season 8 finale, which was originally intended to be the series finale, was “beautiful,” and he was concerned whether the reboot “can recapture that magic or will it feel forced.” Lawrence told him in another X post:

Lawrence then wrote up a third X post to acknowledge the concerns various fans have over Scrubs being brought back, saying that this is something worth trying to do. In his words:

Per the information shared yesterday, now that Bill Lawrence has boarded the Scrubs reboot, the next step is to secure original series stars Zach Braff, Donald Faison, Sarah Chalke and John C. McGinley, who respectively play John “J.D.” Dorian, Christopher Turk, Elliot Reid and Perry Cox. Judy Reyes, who plays Carla Espinosa, also “factored into early plans for the reboot,” but now that she’s a series regular on High Potential, it’s unclear if she could participate in the reboot, too. There’s no mention about if we’ll see Ken Jenkins and Neil Flynn respectively reprise Bob Kelso and Janitor.

At this point, it’s not guaranteed yet that the Scrubs reboot will make it to the airwaves, but we’ll keep you updated on the project’s progress as more news comes in. For now, you’re welcome to revisit the original with a Hulu subscription and look over our ranking of the 10 best Scrubs episodes.

In a few months, we’ll be hitting the 15th anniversary of Scrubs ending after nine seasons… although if you’re like me, you consider Season 8’s “My Finale” the show’s true series finale. Regardless, over the years, there’s been talk about reviving what we here at CinemaBlend to be one of the best sitcoms of all time, and today brings word that the project has finally taken a major step forward. Hearing this news makes me want to channel JD and Turk and do an Eagle with someone… who’s game?

According to Deadline, Scrubs creator and executive producer Bill Lawrence has signed on to develop this reboot/revival for ABC through 20th Century Television. This had been the main hurdle to getting the project off the ground, as Lawrence already had an exclusive deal set up at Apple TV+, where he’s made shows like Ted Lasso and Shrinking. Unlike the original series though, he would not serve as showrunner for the new Scrubs.

With Lawrence’s involvement on Scrubs 2.0 (not the actual title) secured, plans are now in motion to bring back Zach Braff, Donald Faison, Sarah Chalke and John C. McGinley, who respectively play John “J.D.” Dorian, Christopher Turk, Elliot Reid and Perry Cox. It’s also mentioned in the report that Judy Reyes, who played Carla Espinosa, “factored into early plans for the reboot,” and although she’s currently a series regular on High Potential, Deadline’s sources stated it’s possible she could do both shows.

As someone who caught reruns of Scrubs back in the mid-2000s and was instantly hooked, I’m excited that the Scrubs reboot is now finally something that is seriously being worked on rather than a pipe dream. Now keep in mind, the reboot being in development doesn’t automatically mean we will eventually get to see it as a series. Complications could arise that ultimately lead to the project being scrapped, but I’d like to think that given the efforts that were taken to ensure Bill Lawrence could work on alongside his Apple TV+ subscription-exclusive shows, and assuming the aforementioned actors are game to reprise their roles, that means Scrubs 2.0 has a strong chance of becoming a reality. Now I’m in the mood to revisit episodes of the original show with my Hulu subscription.

However, I would be remiss if I didn’t mention two glaring omissions from the lineup of Scrubs actors being sought for the reboot: Ken Jenkins and Neil Flynn, who respectively played Bob Kelso and the man known only as Janitor. Now, given Jenkins’ advanced age, I would be completely understanding if he couldn’t reprise Kelso as a series regular for this revival, but hopefully he could still make a guest appearance or two. As for Flynn, I would be shocked if he wasn’t approached for Scrubs 2.0, and hopefully he would be game to reprise Janitor, whether it’s as a member of the main cast or in a recurring capacity.

Keep your eyes peeled on CinemaBlend for more updates on how the Scrubs reboot is coming along, and be sure to look through our ranking of the original Scrubs’ 10 best episodes.

Slight spoilers for Shrinking Season 2 are ahead. If you want to get caught up, you can stream the comedy with an Apple TV+ subscription.

On the surface, you might not think Paul and Liz have anything in common on Shrinking. For example, Liz is pretty outspoken, while Paul is quieter; Liz has no boundaries, and Paul, arguably, has too many. However, in Episode 3 of Season 2, the therapist tells Jimmy's neighbor they actually have a lot in common. So, when I interviewed Shrinking’s cast, I asked Liz actress Christa Miller and the show’s co-creator and Miller’s real-life husband of 25 years Bill Lawrence, what she has in common with the actor behind Paul, Harrison Ford.

For a bit of context, in Episode 3 of Shrinking, Paul runs into Liz and her husband Derek at his office. After seeing Liz, and addressing the fact that Derek ate his ice cream, Harrison Ford’s therapist tells Liz's partner:

They are both "prickly," that’s certainly true. However, they’re also fiercely loyal, and once they care about someone, they’re with them until the end. While Paul would never give out rocks like Liz does to show that, their deep care for others is admirable. Bill Lawrence told me that that’s what Ford and Miller have in common too, as he said:

All jokes aside, that’s so sweet to hear, and these qualities track right along with their characters.

On the surface, though, I thought these actors couldn’t be more different. Just looking at their filmographies, that seems to be the case – as Miller is known for television and comedy, like The Drew Carey Show, while Ford plays serious and heroic characters like Han Solo and Indiana Jones.

However, by watching Shrinking and interviewing those behind it, I can see the similarities. Christa Miller can too, as she answered my question with the following:

You can feel both those qualities in Shrinking too, which I love. If you want to see maybe the best example of them firing on all cylinders together on this front, you should return to Season 1, Episode 6 of the Apple TV+ show. It’s the one where Paul takes an edible, gets high and they both spend their time at a party calling out Brian, referring to Derek as their “waiter” and eating popsicles.

However, they also have some pretty big differences, which Miller hilariously pointed out to me by saying:

Harrison Ford is quite the prankster. While working on Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, he and Ke Huy Quan pranked Steven Spielberg by popping into a shot with ice cream on their faces, per Empire. Along with him playing jokes on sets like that, his wife Calista Flockhart told NYT that they’ll scare one another or leave things like rubber scorpions around their house to prank each other.

Meanwhile, that is not Christa Miller’s jam.

However, it does sound like they share the best sense of humor and deep care for those they love, which you can see on full display by streaming new episodes of Shrinking as they air on the 2024 TV schedule every Wednesday on Apple TV+.

Scrubs is one of my favorite comedy TV shows, and I know I’m not alone in considering it one of the best sitcoms of all time. Unfortunately, following the amazing way Season 8 was originally supposed to end the series, Season 9 was ordered and it ended up an underwhelming affair. As such, I’ve been one of the many people hoping that Scrubs would get the revival/reboot treatment someday, and not only has creator Bill Lawrence shared that the project “very close” to happening, he’s also shared the concept he’s envisioned for it, and I like the way he thinks.

In an interview with Deadline, which also included him talking about his latest Apple TV+ subscription-exclusive series, Bad Monkey, and the possibility of Ted Lasso Season 4 happening, Lawrence opened up about the status of the Scrubs reboot. The main obstacle at this point is that the creator has an exclusive agreement set up at Warner Bros. Television, whereas Scrubs is produced by Disney’s 20th Century Television. Fortunately, Lawrence said that the reboot/revival is “really close to being figured out, and that “big chunks of the creative team behind the camera, and most of it from in front of the camera, are all super invested and excited.”

However, if Scrubs 2.0, as we can informally call it for now, were to move forward, don’t expect it to just be the old show taking place in the present day. As Bill Lawrence laid out:

Remember, Scrubs premiered on NBC in 2001 and finished airing on ABC in 2010, so that the world of medicine looks a lot different from when Zach Braff’s JD was working at Sacred Heart Hospital. So while Bill Lawrence is obviously eager to bring back him and the other important characters from the original Scrubs for Scrubs 2.0, he also knows that the core premise of following young people in getting their start in medicine needs to remain intact. So while I’m obviously itching to see JD, Turk, Carla, Elliot, Cox, Kelso, The Janitor and any other familiar faces from the old days, I also understand the need to spotlight new characters to maintain the Scrubs spirit.

That said, I really hope handling the reboot in this way turns out better than Scrubs Season 9, which took the same approach with Lucy, Drew and Cole, frankly would have been better served as a spinoff rather than a continuation of the original show. Still, it’s nice to hear that Scrubs 2.0 is no longer just a pipe dream, but stands a strong chance of being made. Obviously we’ll let you know if/when it’s officially announced to be a go.

If you’d like to stream the original Scrubs, all you’ll need is a Hulu subscription. Otherwise, head over to Apple TV+ for Bill Lawrence’s more recent TV offerings, including Shrinking, which premieres its second season October 16 on the 2024 TV schedule.

Spoilers for Season 1 of Bad Monkey are ahead! If you aren’t caught up, you can stream the series with an Apple TV+ subscription. Then, make sure to catch the finale when it drops on the 2024 TV schedule next Wednesday, October 9.

In the book-to-screen adaptation of Carl Hiaasen’s Bad Monkey, it was important to make Florida a character. So important, in fact, that the author wanted to make sure Bill Lawrence’s show was shot in his home state. Well, that’s exactly what the showrunner did, and with it came some “bananas” filming requirements and animal interruptions that influenced the show.

To Blow Up A House, The Bad Monkey Team Had To Think About The Turtles

When I spoke to Bill Lawrence about Bad Monkey, I asked him about the role Florida played in the show, because it adds so much to the story. In response, the Ted Lasso co-creator told me that because Hiaasen is a bestselling novelist, a reporter for the Miami Herald, and an “environmental crusader,” he “wouldn’t really let” them make the series unless they “shot in Florida.” So, they did, and that led to some challenges involving the wildlife in The Keys.

Lawrence explained this by using an example from Episode 8 – “The Russian Mob Is Very Active in Key West.” Notably, a house blew up during that installment, and it was a challenge to pull off in real life too, because they had a particular window where they were allowed to do it, as he told me:

Speaking of turtles, the Scrubs creator also told me that the street lights are red in the show because if they were white, the turtles would assume they were the moon and then walk into the road, and that would be bad.

However, they were game to make their show work with these requirements, as the producer said:

The animals certainly were everywhere, because they’re in the show too. And that’s what led to Bill Lawrence explaining an improvised moment that came out of all these precautions they had to take.

The Fun BTS Bad Monkey Story Involving Alex Moffat And A Key Deer

In Bad Monkey, former SNL star Alex Moffat plays Evan Shook, the man overseeing the big yellow house next to Vince Vaughn’s Andrew Yancy’s home. His character is confused by the red lights around the neighborhood and he is always complaining about the animals. It turns out, a real-life moment added to all that, as Lawrence explained:

Throughout Bad Monkey, Moffat’s character is constantly at odds with Yancy and quite frankly all the wildlife that lives around his home. From raccoons to bees to deer, the guy is consistently dealing with animals in funny ways, and knowing that some of those instances weren't planned, they just happened, makes it even better.

Considering improv-king Vince Vaughn is the star of the show, it also tracks that spontaneous moments would happen with the wildlife, and I love that it impacted the show.

A lot of Bad Monkey is shot practically, for example, Zach Braff recalled just how bloody one of his scenes was, and Lawrence confirmed that that house did explode. That alone makes the show one of Apple TV+’s best, but understanding the effort that went into pulling this off while also protecting the animals makes it even better!

To see these moments Bill Lawrence broke down, you can stream Bad Monkey on Apple TV+.

More than 20 years after it premiered on NBC, Scrubs still ranks as one of the best sitcoms of all time. However, since the series, which moved to ABC in its final two seasons, took place inside Sacred Heart Hospital, Scrubs also had to do its due diligence with making sure the medical aspects were up to snuff. Clearly it succeeded in the eyes of Bill Lawrence, who explained in an interview why Scrubs is “the most realistic medical show of all time.”

Lawrence has been on a tear lately with his Apple TV+ subscription-exclusive shows, including Ted Lasso, Shrinking and, most recently, Bad Monkey. But while stopping by Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard, the producer looked back on his Scrubs years, which followed his work on Spin City. When Shepard brought up how Lawrence and the Scrubs team won a Peabody Award, he said:

There have been a lot of medical TV shows to air over the decades, from St. Elsewhere to ER to the still-running Grey’s Anatomy. Of course, Scrubs obviously stands out from those titles and more as a comedy, and one might assume that because it was chiefly providing laughs, the show didn’t have to worry as much about depicting the workings of a hospital as accurately as possible. But that’s not the case at all, and Bill Lawrence’s claim about this being the sub-genre’s most “realistic” offering isn’t just his own opinion. As he continued:

It’s through that personal connection, from whom Zach Braff’s starring protagonist got his name, that Scrubs was born, and it’s good to hear that the real JD got his act together and joined the medical community. On the other hand, his pursuit of becoming a cardiologist and heart surgeon resulted in his life becoming fodder for televised entertainment, with Bill Lawrence saying:

That amusing scenario aside, Bill Lawrence went on to talk about how he and JD are not only still close, but JD ended up working on Scrubs too. That personal touch is what led to Scrubs being so successful with accurately showing the lives of doctors, nurses, surgeons and more in a hospital, As Lawrence put it:

If you’d like to revisit Scrubs after reading Bill Lawrence’s comments, it can be streamed with a Hulu subscription. Otherwise, check out Bad Monkey, which is currently unfolding on Apple TV+, and remember that Shrinking Season 2 premieres October 16 on the 2024 TV schedule.

Spoilers for Episode 3 of Bad Monkey are ahead. If you aren’t caught up, you can stream it with an Apple TV+ subscription.

As Bad Monkey has been airing on the 2024 TV schedule, I’ve been looking forward to all the silly antics that come with it simply because the series is set in Florida. However, not only is it set in the Southern state, but they filmed it there too. So, when I interviewed the cast about their Apple TV+ series, I asked about shooting there, and I was delighted to hear Zach Braff talk about the “man date” he went on with Rob Delaney that involved alligators of all things.

In the book-to-screen adaptation of Carl Hiaasen’s Florida Keys-based whodunnit, Zach Braff plays a drunken doctor named Israel “Izzy” O’Peele and Rob Delaney plays Nick Stripling. In Episode 3, we find out that both characters are connected to Eve, but they haven’t really shared a scene. However, while they were in Florida shooting Bill Lawrence's show they spent a lot of time together behind the scenes, and even went on a fun “man date,” as the Scrubs actor told me:

I’m sorry sir, what? While this story baffled me in the moment, honestly, it makes sense. As of now, both these actors haven’t been in Bad Monkey much, so it seems like they had some time to bop around Florida. However, after Episode 3’s big reveal about Delaney’s character’s real identity and Izzy’s introduction and death, I have a feeling that will change.

Also, as I said, they filmed this show in Florida…so anything can happen there.

During my interview with Bill Lawrence, who created Bad Monkey, he explained all the wildlife guidelines they had to follow while filming the show. Plus, I think everyone knows that Florida is known for its gators, so it seems fitting that Delaney and Braff would go on this fun little outing together.

However, I wish they would have filmed it, I would have loved to see their lil off-set adventure.

Now, I’m just excited to keep watching Bad Monkey, because I want shenanigans like this to happen on the show.

In the first three episodes alone, we have seen quite a bit of Florida tomfoolery, considering a monkey plays a big part in the story, the mystery revolves around an arm that Vince Vaughn’s character was carrying around in a cooler with popsicles, and a golf cart was driven into the water. So, I imagine there’s more to come as the mystery unfolds, and hopefully, it involves Braff and Delaney working together.

The A Good Person director did note while telling this story that his co-star is a “really skilled” improviser like Vince Vaughn, and Braff is a skilled comedian himself. So, I’m very excited about what’s to come, based on this off-set story alone.

Bill Lawrence is known for creating some of Apple TV+’s best shows, and with a cast full of comedic geniuses who love to spend time together doing things like seeing alligators, it seems like Bad Monkey is headed in that direction too. To see what happens next on the fun Florida whodunnit, you can stream new episodes on Apple TV+ every Wednesday.

Brett Goldstein is a busy bee. Along with writing, acting and winning Emmys for Ted Lasso, he works on Shrinking behind the scenes as a co-creator, writer and executive producer, making him a prominent figure for two of Apple TV+’s best shows. Now, he’ll be stepping in front of the camera again for Season 2 of Shrinking, and his fellow co-creator Bill Lawrence’s update about his character is both surprising and exciting!

As the premiere of Shrinking’s sophomore season approaches on the 2024 TV schedule, and Bill Lawrence’s other series, Bad Monkey, premieres, he sat down with Variety to talk about both of his upcoming Apple TV+ shows. Notably, the showrunner dropped a tiny but mighty bomb about Brett Goldstein’s character in the Jason Segel-led show about therapy, saying:

Now, when I learned that Brett Goldstein would be joining Shrinking, I thought it would be for a relatively small role. He’s a very busy guy. A few years ago he was simultaneously working on Ted Lasso and Shrinking, and he’s a stand-up comedian and podcast host too. Plus, I haven’t even mentioned the movies he’s working on. So, I didn’t think his role in his second collaboration with Bill Lawrence would be much more than a fun (possibly recurring) guest role. However, the showrunner’s comments make me think he’s going to play a pretty big character in the show.

I’ve been stoked about the Emmy-winner joining the cast of his comedy since Season 1 aired. However, this update from his co-creator ups my excitement exponentially.

Now it’s time to question what role he’ll play, and there are lots of ways it could go.

While there’s no solid evidence about who Goldstein will play in Shrinking, I do have a few guesses.

Considering Shrinking Season 1 ended with Jimmy’s (Jason Segel) client Grace (Heidi Gardner) pushing her partner off a cliff, I imagine legal issues will be a big part of Season 2. So, maybe Goldstein could come in to play a lawyer.

However, it’s also possible that he could play another therapist at Paul’s (Harrison Ford) practice. Maybe, he’ll be a teacher at Jimmy’s daughter’s school. Who knows, maybe he’ll show up as someone from Gabby’s (Jessica Williams) past.

The options are endless, and I’m positive that no matter the direction they take, Brett Goldstein will kill it in this role! Not only is he an award-winning actor who thrived on Bill Lawrence’s other Apple TV+ show, Ted Lasso, but he’s also one of the masterminds behind Shrinking, meaning he has been instrumental in its success and the construction of his character.

Overall, I can’t wait to use my Apple TV+ subscription to see Brett Goldstein back in front of the camera when Shrinking Season 2 premieres on October 16. And I’m even more excited about it now that I know he’ll be in it from the jump and in a “pretty cool” role that’s “not quick.”

When you look at a list of Apple TV+’s best shows, two prominent entries come from super producer Bill Lawrence. I’m, of course, talking about Ted Lasso and Shrinking, and now, the showrunner is adding another unique comedy to his catalog of projects on the streamer called Bad Monkey. So, I had to ask him about all three series, and he ended up telling me why they wouldn’t have been made years ago during the times of his other hits like Spin City and Scrubs.

During an interview for CinemaBlend about Bad Monkey and its premiere on the 2024 TV schedule, I asked Lawrence what he’d learned from working on Ted Lasso and Shriking that helped him on his latest show. He told me that since “they’re so different” it’s hard to compare them creatively. However, he did explain how all these comedies are big swings, especially when you compare them to traditional sitcoms. The showrunner started his explanation by throwing it back to Spin City:

Both Spin City and Scrubs are considered some of the best sitcoms of all time, and they highlight Lawrence’s range as a creator. Shrinking, Ted Lasso and Bad Monkey do too.

However, back in the late ‘90s and early ‘00s they might not have gotten greenlit, as the producer continued his explanation by summarizing Shrinking in the same way he broke down Spin City:

That is indeed how Season 1 of the Jason Segel-led comedy starts. Also, Lawrence makes a good point that a nuanced comedy about therapists that begins with one one of them going rogue after his wife dies probably wouldn’t have made it far on a network. Or, at the very least, it would have been a very different series. However, on Apple, the show that’s simultaneously a hilarious workplace comedy and a deep study of grief worked great, and Season 2 of Shrinking is coming out in October!

Now, looking at his upcoming Apple TV+ project, Bad Monkey, Bill Lawrence made a similar point. The series is a book-to-screen adaptation of Carl Hiaasen’s novel, and the showrunner described the Florida-based whodunnit as “satire bordering on surreal.” It’s a lot to juggle tonally, and it doesn't exactly fit within the box of one genre, as he explained:

Ultimately, the point Bill Lawrence made during our conversation was that Apple TV+ has allowed him to stretch creatively and make new and unique shows that are unlike each other. He’s gotten to make a sports comedy, a comedy about therapy and grief, and now a funny whodunnit starring Vince Vaughn. Not many places would let him take shots like that, which is why he told me:

In hindsight, it's wild to think that no one wanted Ted Lasso. However, at the time, a heartfelt and optimistic story about an American football coach going across the pond to coach an English football team wasn't wanted anywhere but Apple.

Of course, there have been networks and platforms that have taken what were likely considered “weird chances” that really paid off. Take Michael Schur going from the workplace mockumentaries The Office and Parks and Rec to the existential and philosophical comedy The Good Place on NBC as an example. However, it’s uncommon, and there's no denying that streaming shows have fewer constraints on them.

The point Bill Lawrence made to me was that Apple TV+ has given him a space to make series that are wild and unconventional, and it’s proven to work. Ted Lasso is a prime example of it, and Shrinking proved to be another success. Now, we’ll see if he can keep the streak alive with Bad Monkey when it premieres on August 14!

It’s been over a year since Season 3 of Ted Lasso ended, and there are still a lot of questions about if the stories of AFC Richmond will continue. Whether it’s a fourth season or a new spinoff, fans want to know what’s next for all these beloved characters. Now, Bill Lawrence, the Emmy-winning series’ showrunner, executive producer and co-creator, has opened up about the potential to see more of our favorite fictional soccer team and why it’s not his decision to make. 

Bill Lawrence is about to launch his third series with Apple TV+ called Bad Monkey. Ahead of its premiere on the 2024 TV schedule, he was doing press for it, and he was asked about the show that kicked off his successful partnership with the streamer. Collider questioned the Scrubs creator about the popular football show, and he got real about the discourse surrounding the potential for more Ted Lasso: 

This comment falls in line with other quotes and rumors about Ted Lasso’s future. The consensus seems to be that the Ted Lasso cast and crew are down to do more as long as Jason Sudeikis and the team are behind it. 

Over the last year, Hannah Waddingham said she wouldn’t rule out playing Rebecca again. Meanwhile, Juno Temple said she’d reprise her role as Keeley easily as long as the team all got back together for it. Heck, even Jason Sudeikis has said there’s potential for more. 

So, the door is not closed, but according to Lawrence, the only person who can fully open it again is the actor behind the titular mustachioed coach, as he told ScreenRant:

He makes a very valid point. Ted Lasso is Jason Sudeikis’ show that he created with Brendan Hunt and Joe Kelly. That’s enough to validate him being the final decision-maker. However, there’s added complexity when you consider that the show shoots in the UK, and the SNL alum has kids who live in the United States. It’s a “major life decision” as Lawrence put it, and it makes sense that he blatantly said that the future of the show lies in Sudeikis’ hands. 

So, sadly, we still don’t know if we’ll ever get more Ted Lasso, and like Bill Lawrence, we’ll be waiting “with bated breath.” 

Luckily, however, there are plenty of other shows from Bill Lawrence and co. to fill this time. His newest series Bad Monkey premieres on August 14, the second season of Shrinking will start airing on October 16, and all three seasons of Ted Lasso can be easily watched, and all you need to stream all three is an Apple TV+ subscription. 

Scrubs may have ended over 10 years ago, but the series remains a favorite among fans. Despite the show losing its way toward the end, the cast still remains close, even occasionally reuniting for commercials and other events and projects. Now, some of them have gotten together again just for the heck of it, and I am in my feels.

John C. McGinley, known as Dr. Perry Cox on the medical sitcom, took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to share a photo of an impromptu reunion with Zach Braff, Sarah Chalke, and Christa Miller. The Talk co-host Amanda Kloots also took part, as her late husband Nick Cordero starred alongside Braff in Bullets Over Broadway in 2014 on Broadway.

Considering it’s been so long since Scrubs was last on the air, it is nice to see them still hanging out. Honestly, the happiness and nostalgia I'm feeling right now is a lot to handle. 

While the photo didn't feature the whole cast, most notably Donald Faison, a few of them are definitely better than nothing. Plus, this very likely won’t be the last reunion the Scrubs cast has, whether impromptu or not, so there are always more chances in the future. It’s just really making me wish that Scrubs was still on the air, because I desperately need more now. 

Seeing how close they are after 14 years, could this mean that an actual Scrubs reunion might happen? I sure hope so! 

In 2023, Scrubs creator Bill Lawrence told Variety that a reunion project was “inevitable,” but he hilariously noted that they see each other so often it would have to take them not hanging out for six months for an on-screen reunion to happen. Who’s to say that he’s not already cooking something up? He’s obviously interested in doing more, and it wouldn’t be surprising if the cast feels the same way, and not just because they are constantly hanging out. 

Scrubs premiered in 2001 on NBC and ran for eight seasons. It was then picked up by ABC for Season 9, and the series came to an end in 2010 after that installment. While the Scrubs cast has been plenty busy since the series finale, it’s clear that the show still means a lot to them and their friendship. Whether or not there will ever be a revival or reboot of some sort in the future, at least it seems like there will still be a reunion between them every once in a while, even if it is only off-camera. 

That alone gives me a lot of feelings, because while I desperately want a reunion, I'm also happy to see the cast simply hanging out together and enjoying life. 

Hopefully, another Scrubs reunion happens in the future that includes many more cast members, but this latest photo will surely hold fans down for now. The good news is that these reunions don’t seem to be stopping, so it shouldn’t be long until the next one. In the meantime, though, all nine seasons of Scrubs are available to Hulu subscribers, which should keep fans occupied until the next reunion.

It’s somewhat hard to believe that it's been 13 years since the highly rewatchable medical series Scrubs came to an end. Though we're over a decade removed from that final installment, the show remains a favorite among fans -- including myself -- and has even enticed newcomers. Naturally, many would like to see a continuation of sorts. With reboots and reunions on the rise in the TV sphere, it’s hard not to wonder if the beloved comedy could get that treatment. Well, according to creator Bill Lawrence, it’s really only a matter of time.

The workplace comedy ran for a total of nine seasons, with the show airing the first seven on NBC before it was canceled. The show was ultimately saved, however, when ABC opted to pick it up. While the Scrubs cast have been plenty busy since the series ended, every once in a while, they do either hang out or, better yet, reunite for fun projects. For instance, a recent Super Bowl commercial featuring John Travolta saw series alums (and real-life good friends) Zach Braff and Donald Faison team up. Bill Lawrence spoke to the closeness of the cast during an interview with Variety and joked about how that would relate to a potential reunion:

Since the program is still so popular and the stars are all obviously still close, it honestly does feel like a follow-up of sorts would naturally came to fruition at some point. These sentiments from the EP are sure to provide longtime fans with some sense of comfort and maybe even excitement. However, this proposed production is still far from a sure thing. That doesn't seem to be stopping Bill Lawrence from keeping hope alive, though:

If a Scrubs reunion does happen, it could get the Friends reunion treatment and feature exclusive interviews and fun show-related games. But it's likely that most would probably prefer a movie of sorts or even an additional season. Should something happen, I’m sure whatever the producers come up with will be worthy of the lovable crew at Sacred Heart.

In 2018, Zach Braff posted a reunion photo with his former cast members, which had fans hoping for a Season 10 even then. At the time, Bill Lawrence shared his hopes for a chance to revive the sitcom, if for anything, just to be able to catch up with the characters. It sure would be nice to see them again, and one can only hope that a revival of sorts come to pass.

As these talks of a Scrubs comeback continue, do yourself a favor and stream the series using a Hulu subscription. Also, take a look at the 2023 TV schedule for information on shows headed your way this year.

Ted Lasso is definitely one of the best shows on Apple TV+ right now, with the Emmy awards to prove it. Although the future of the Jason Sudeikis-led series is unknown, it is still a smash hit. In fact, it's such a big part of the zeitgeist now, that it got name-dropped on The White Lotus. Now the football-centric show's co-creator Bill Lawrence is reacting to the surprise mention. 

During Season 2 of The White Lotus, Aubrey Plaza’s Harper was asked about her thoughts on the Apple TV+ comedy. Unfortunately, she said that she doesn’t watch the series. Luckily, Bill Lawrence didn’t take it to heart, as he told /Film that as a TV nerd, he loves when shows reference his work, even when it’s not in a particularly good way:

Bill Lawrence is no stranger to shows referencing his own series, as he’s responsible for Scrubs, Spin City, Clone High, Cougar Town, Ground Floor, and Rush Hour, with credits on Boy Meets World, The Nanny, Friends, and plenty more. It just comes with the territory. Even though the Ted Lasso mention on The White Lotus wasn’t exactly in the show’s favor, it was pretty on par for Aubrey Plaza’s character. I just wonder if the show will drop any more mentions moving forward.

Meanwhile, Lawrence has other new projects that may have reference potential, with the cast of Shrinking, including Jason Segel and Harrison Ford, joining Ted Lasso on Apple TV+. Also, the Vince Vaughn-led series from Lawrence Bad Monkey will join the two shows at an unknown time. So, make sure you sign up for an Apple TV+ subscription so you can see why Lawrence is basically turning into the Taylor Sheridan of the Apple TV+.

Since The White Lotus is an anthology series, it usually has a whole new cast each season, with a few exceptions. A cast for the third season hasn’t been announced yet, but it would be entertaining to see a Ted Lasso star picked for the series and maybe even make things super meta with another reference to the comedy. It’s hard to tell who will be starring in Season 3 and what the storyline will be, so you never know what could happen.

This likely won’t be the only Ted Lasso reference that will be made on TV, and I’m curious to see what the next one will be and whether it will compare to the mentions of Bill Lawrence's other hit shows. Overall, this little namedrop just means that he’s doing something right. 

If you want to see the reference for yourself, make sure you have an HBO Max subscription so you can watch the first two seasons of The White Lotus. Check out CinemaBlend’s 2023 TV schedule to see what’s coming to television soon and what shows may name-drop Jason Sudeikis’ beloved character next.

For decades, Harrison Ford has delighted audiences with his performances in big-screen productions. He’s explored ancient ruins as Indiana Jones (and is doing so once more in the fifth film) and gotten into conflict with Greedo and more as Star Wars’ Han Solo. But these days, Ford is also taking over the small screen, more recently channelling his inner cowboy through 1923. Now, the beloved actor is taking on another fresh role alongside Jason Segel on Apple TV+’s Shrinking. The comedy series provides Ford with yet another opportunity to flex his polished acting muscles though, before he joined the show, he had one important question to ask of EP Bill Lawrence. 

The veteran TV producer – who co-created the series with Jason Segel and fellow Ted Lasso alum Brett Goldstein – was psyched to work with Harrison Ford. Of course, before anything else though, he actually had to pitch the project to the 80-year-old actor. Lawrence caught up with CinemaBlend and discussed his pitch to the veteran star, and he was seemingly hooked rather quickly. However, Ford was still unclear about something in regard to his potential involvement: 

You can’t blame the actor for wanting to know just how often he’d actually appear on the show if he were to sign on. If anything, his query is proof of just how taken he was with the material that he was presented with. It’s not all that surprising that the producers were willing to expand the part for him. After all, how can you have one of the most prolific actors in all of Hollywood on your hands and not take full advantage of his abilities as a performer?

On Shrinking, Harrison Ford plays the role of Dr. Paul Rhodes, a celebrated cognitive behavioral therapist who’s recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. While grappling with his own situation, he’s drawn into the complex web created by his colleague Jimmy Laird (Jason Segel). The therapist, who’s grieving his wife, begins to break his profession’s code of ethics by being totally honest with his patients. When it came to the character of Rhodes, Bill Lawrence and co. were eventually able to tailor him to Ford’s voice and sensibilities:

He’s definitely a “call it as I see it” sort of performer, both on and off camera. (I’m still thinking about his on-brand thoughts about joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe.) At the end of the day though, it’s that honest and sincere demeanor that helped to cement his participation in this new show, and Bill Lawrence would probably agree that it’s all the better for having him. 

Shrinking premieres on January 27, so be sure you have an Apple TV+ subscription so that you can check it out. Also, be on the lookout for other high-profile series that are set to debut as part of the 2023 TV schedule.

Harrison Ford is widely known for his work on the big screen, from his iconic roles in massive franchises like Indiana Jones and Star Wars to his performances in smaller features like Regarding Harry and Sabrina. With so many film credits under his belt, it’s no wonder he hasn’t done any regular television work over the years. That’s about to change, though, as the star is heading to the small screen for his first-ever starring role. And he’ll be doing so by way of streaming. 

Harrison Ford has been cast in Shrinking, a 10-episode series that’s been set up at Apple TV+. According to TVLine, the series will pair the 79-year-old actor star with Jason Segel, who also created the show alongside Ted Lasso’s Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein. As of right now, the streamer has not announced a release date for the upcoming show. 

Shrinking sees Jason Segel playing the role of Jimmy, a therapist who begins to bend the rules of his practice as he processes a loss. Per the logline, the character's sudden decision to be brutally honest with his patients will have major ramifications on their lives as well as his own. Meanwhile, the Air Force One cast member will play the character’s mentor, Dr. Phil Rhodes, a blunt, fair and highly successful shrink who finds himself dealing with a new normal after he is diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. 

This honestly sounds like a perfect role for Harrison Ford, who has a knack for playing seasoned, no-nonsense characters. I can practically hear the dry-witted one-liners now. Aside from the comedy though, there’s sure to be a tender and more heartbreaking aspect to the portrayal. And those who’ve followed Ford’s career surely know the actor is just as capable of making audiences tear up as he is with making them laugh or cheer.

Since his acting career began in the ‘60s, the Han Solo actor has only had guest roles on various TV shows. He’s appeared on notable programs like Ironside, The Mod Squad, and Gunsmoke. He also has a small-screen credit through The Star Wars Holiday Special, though the less said about that the better. On a more memorable note, the star also briefly appeared in an episode of The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles in 1993.

Speaking of Dr. Jones, the beloved film series' fifth installment wrapped back in February. The movie kicked off production around June 2021, though Harrison Ford injured himself shortly after work began. Ford, who’s no stranger to getting hurt on a set, returned to work around that October. I’d like to think that the star’s work on this new project won’t be quite as strenuous.

If Ted Lasso is anything to go by, Shrinking could be a hilariously sentimental show that serves as a strong showcase for its two leading men. It’s wonderful that Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein are gifting audiences with another television creation, and the fact that it serves as Harrison Ford’s first starring role is simply the icing on the cake.

Be sure to grab an Apple TV+ subscription ahead of the show’s premiere and keep in the know on other new or returning shows by checking out CinemaBlend’s 2022 TV schedule.

Those with an AppleTV+ subscription would probably agree that the streaming service brought us a great new addition when Ted Lasso debuted on August 14, 2020. The soccer – OK, fine, football – comedy quickly saw itself lauded by audiences and critics alike, with a number of Emmy Award nominations, wins and other awards coming with the years that followed. 

Now, with the second installment in the history books long ago (that season finale aired way back on October 8, 2021) and having left us with several questions, fans are dying to know everything they can find out about Ted Lasso Season 3. Luckily, you'll be able to watch Ted Lasso Season 3 come March 15. In the meantime, we have several bits of good news about the upcoming season of heartfelt hilarity, football shenanigans, and deep feelings! 

What Is The Ted Lasso Season 3 Premiere Date?

I wasn’t kidding when I said there was good news to be had, as Apple TV+ announced in early February 2023 that Ted Lasso Season 3 will debut in just a few short weeks, on Wednesday, March 15, with new episodes coming along weekly on the same day. 

The comedy was renewed way back in October of 2020, before production had even begun on Season 2. As you can probably imagine, this fast renewal was hardly a giant surprise, considering how massively popular and sincerely beloved the show became after its first season.

Ted Lasso’s Stars And Writers Are All Expected To Return, And There’s At Least One New Cast Member Confirmed

There are even more positive updates where that came from, as many of the Ted Lasso cast members will be back for the third outing, so that viewers will be able to see more of their favorite characters and the actors who make them so special. According to The Hollywood Reporter, much of the main cast closed new deals to continue with Season 3 by mid-September 2021, with those who make up the funny team of footballers for Richmond and other actors likely making new deals by a few weeks after that. 

So, we will definitely see Jason Sudeikis (Ted), Hannah Waddingham (Rebecca), Brendan Hunt (Beard), the very real Brett Goldstein (Roy Kent), Juno Temple (Keeley Jones), and Phil Dunster (Jamie) return for the new season. But, we should also be treated to more from actors like Nick Mohammed (Nate Shelley), Jeremy Swift (Leslie Higgins), Toheeb Jimoh (Sam Obisanya), Kola Bokinni (Isaac McAdoo), Cristo Fernández (Dani Rojas), Anthony Head (Rupert), and Billy Harris (Colin Hughes), along with many of the other supporting players. It should also be noted that many of those listed above were seen in the trailer released for the upcoming season, but we’ll get into that more in a bit.

In addition to all of those castings, Deadline announced in April 2022 that actress Jodi Balfour (For All Mankind) had been added to portray Jack, “a charming venture capitalist.” Fans can also look forward to the overall feel of Ted Lasso remaining the same, as Sudeikis, Hunt, Goldstein, and the other writers will all return for Season 3, as well.

You Can Now Watch The Trailer For Season 3!

It took a while (OK, a really long time!), but we finally have footage from the upcoming season in the form of an actual trailer, which was released in late February 2023. Take a look!

Ooooh! Sure, we don't get much in the way of actual dialogue here, but there are plenty of scenes that help us see what's coming up, and a nice bit of team unity and happiness at the end, which should be more than enough to get fans' excitement to build to a fever pitch! I'm SO ready!

Season 3 Will Focus On Big Changes For All The Main Characters

When the premiere date for the new season was released we were finally given an official synopsis of the plot, and the focus is going to be on a number of major changes for our favorite characters, some of which began by the time the credits rolled on the Season 2 finale. Observe:

As you can see there will be plenty for the team and their assorted allies and enemies to deal with in Season 3, so it’s a good thing that Sudeikis revealed in a post-Emmy win interview in September 2021 that 12 episodes had been ordered for the new season. That seems like more than enough time to dig into everything they have planned!

All Three Seasons Of Ted Lasso Will Tell A Complete Story

By now every Ted Lasso fan knows that the series was pitched with a three-season arc as the original plan, meaning that the goal was for the story to end with the third season. However, when you have a series that dominated the cultural zeitgeist as quickly as this one has, it makes sense that viewers, those at Apple, and probably several of those behind the scenes of the super-successful comedy would love to see it continue beyond Season 3. 

Whether it will or not either hasn’t been fully decided yet (though writer/star Goldstein did confirm that upcoming episodes were written as the show’s last hurrah), or simply hasn’t been revealed to the public right now, but executive producer Bill Lawrence told Deadline in October 2021:

Even if Ted Lasso does last through Season 4 or beyond, we can count on the story that we’ve seen so far being completed by the end of Season 3. What that might mean for the future of this heartwarming series is certainly exciting to think about!

As for how that complete story will conclude, we’ll have to wait and see, but show editors A.J. Catoline and Melissa McCoy spoke to THR’s Behind the Screen podcast in August 2022, and noted that they think Nate and Rebecca will have the biggest transformations in the new episodes. Additionally, there are other new characters aside from the one that was confirmed above, including “new blood on the team” that “invigorates what’s happening in the locker room,” while things that were set up in the very first season will be touched upon again before the finale.

Ted Lasso Season 3 Began Filming In Early 2022

On January 4, 2022, star/co-creator/EP/writer Brendan Hunt posted a photo of himself and lead Jason Sudeikis on Instagram as they were about to board a plane. His caption indicated that filming would start very soon, which echoed what actors Phil Dunster and Hannah Waddingham said about when the show would begin filming around the same time

Unfortunately, production on the surprisingly sweet comedy took way longer than expected. Fortunately, when Sudeikis hosted a charity event in Kansas City on November 12, 2022, he told those present (via GQ UK) that principal photography was due to come to a close the following week. He said something similar when speaking at a press conference for the fundraiser, and with Season 3 set to debut in less than a month from the time of this writing, it seems like he was correct.

What Was The Delay On Ted Lasso Season 3?

Even assuming that one of the best Apple TV+ shows did finish filming in mid-November, according to Puck, the series still took over a year to write and film. The writers room started in September 2021, and the cast had arrived in England by early January 2022, but Sudeikis (who is now also the showrunner) reportedly decided that the scripts required major rewrites. So, instead of a mid-February production start, that beginning date was pushed to March.

Reportedly, though, not even waiting an additional few weeks to get cameras rolling worked. The outlet’s sources also noted that production stalled several more times because of things like shifting character arcs, and additional on-the-fly script changes. There was also, allegedly, a Sudeikis-spurred change big enough that caused production to need to pick up and move to Amsterdam, adding weeks to an already behind schedule. On top of all of that, a plan to shoot at Chelsea Football Club was stalled when that team needed to be sold by its Russian oligarch owner after his country’s invasion of Ukraine.

Though all of this led to the mountain of delays (and the show reportedly going way over budget), the new season is finally set to debut, even though fans had to wait several months past its planned, summer 2022 premiere.

Nate Might Not Be Redeemed By The End Of Season 3

Few of us probably watched Season 1 and had any idea of where the second season was going for the sweet, knowledgeable, formerly bullied Nate. As much as he loved being trusted by Ted and Coach Beard, he hated it with a passion when Roy was also appointed a coach, and let his fears of being abandoned/not being good enough lead him down a shady road, which ended with him likely being at least one of the Big Bads for the new season.

Nate’s portrayer, Nick Mohammed, noted in December 2021 that we actually might not see Nate be redeemed by the end of the new season. As he told the BBC:

Look, if Nate doesn’t get a second chance, while pretty much every other character has, I can guarantee that myself and other fans will not be pleased.

All in all, it sounds like viewers are in for a fantastic set of episodes, when Ted Lasso Season 3 finally premieres.

Ted Lasso creator Bill Lawrence has a new show on the way, and it’s looking very promising -- and has a cast that features at least two alumni of the hit HBO series True Detective. We already knew Lawrence’s upcoming series would feature actor Vince Vaughn, who starred in Season 2 of True Detective. Now, an actress from the show’s inaugural season has joined the fray, as Bad Monkey added actress Michelle Monaghan to the fold in an interesting role. 

Michelle Monaghan (who played Martin’s wife Maggie in True Detective Season 1) joins the cast of Bad Monkey in the role of Bonnie. Deadline describes Bonnie as an enigmatic woman who is currently in a toxic marriage. And apparently, she's going to make things difficult for the main character Yancy, (played by Vince Vaughn), both personally and professionally. 

Yancy is at the center of Bad Monkey, which sees the former detective demoted to a restaurant inspector living in Florida. He's then pulled into some drama when a severed arm found by a fishing tourist leads to the discovery of greed and corruption that's occuring in Florida and the Bahamas. No doubt Vince Vaughn and Michelle Monaghan will give great performances in the upcoming series, which is set to stream on Apple TV+.

Bad Monkey Has Added Other New Cast Members

Michelle Monaghan is just one of a couple of new names announced for the series, as a couple of other notable actresses joined the cast of the upcoming Apple TV+ series. Both Jodie Turner-Smith and Meredith Hagner are in the upcoming drama, in the roles of Gracie and Eve, respectively. 

Jodie Turner-Smith’s Gracie possesses an interesting alter ego -- the “Dragon Queen.” On the show, Gracie has a reputation in Andros as someone both respected and feared for her skills as a practitioner of Obeah. This is a spiritual practice in which people can use supernatural abilities to communicate with entities and spirits in an effort to harm other living people. It certainly explains why Turner-Smith’s character would be an intimidating force in the town, and she sounds like a character that will be interesting to watch when the show comes out. 

As for Meredith Hagner’s Eve, she’s a widow who's questioned by Yancy, and the detective apparently suspects that she knows more than she lets on. And given this series features a severed arm, and yes, a monkey, I feel his instincts may be correct. 

This definitely sounds like a series TV fans will appreciate, so I can only hope the final product is as promising as these castings and character descriptions. Because Apple TV+ has a solid track record thus far with shows like Ted Lasso and The Morning Show, one can only hope that Bill Lawrence's newest project can live up to those standards. There's no telling when we might get our first official look at the show so, at this point, interested parties will be playing the waiting game.

Ted Lasso has become Apple TV+’s breakout hit, with its unlikely origins turning into a comedy with a massive fanbase and a whole bunch of Emmys (with one minor mishap) after the recent ceremony. Unfortunately for fans, the Season 2 finale has released, and the wait has begun to find out what happens next in the third season. The original plan for Ted Lasso was actually for a run of three seasons, but that was before it became the hit it is by this point. Showrunner Bill Lawrence opened up about the plan for Ted Lasso, and why Season 3 might not have to be the end. 

The show was actually renewed for Season 3 before Season 2 even began releasing, so Bill Lawrence, Jason Sudeikis and the rest of the Ted Lasso team have had time to plan out a three-season arc. Speaking with Deadline, Lawrence shared the latest on plans for how long the series could run:

The plan is seemingly still for Ted Lasso to tell that story intended to be spread over three seasons, but that doesn’t mean that Ted Lasso won’t continue into a fourth season and start telling a new story. The three-season plan goes back as far as the pitching stage before Apple TV+ gave the greenlight for the series, so it’s understandable why the creative team wants to stick with their longtime plan while not ruling out continuing beyond. It’s hard to imagine the Ted Lasso team running out of ideas after the third season, and I doubt fans would have any objection to the show returning beyond Season 3, even if that involves a new arc. Possibly, based on previous comments from Lawrence, without Jason Sudeikis.

That longtime plan won’t come to fruition on Apple TV+ any time too soon, however. According to Bill Lawrence, the goal is to release seasons “close to a year apart,” and the hope is to see Ted Lasso “back in the August type area.” The second season premiered in late July, but Lawrence has stated that the release plans were affected by the 2021 Olympics. So fans have the better part of a year to wait to see what happens next after the Season 2 finale, but at least the season didn’t end with any question that the show would have a third season. It’s just Season 4 and beyond that are uncertain! 

It is interesting to learn that all of the smash success that the series has enjoyed during its second season, including but certainly not limited to all the big wins at the Emmys, hasn’t swerved Bill Lawrence and the team off of their set course. Of course, Lawrence himself has a bit of a magic touch when it comes to creating and producing popular TV comedies. He also Scrubs, Spin City, and Cougar Town to his name, and it’s frankly impressive that a show based on a character created for some NBC Sports Network promos back in 2013 became such a success. Who would have guessed that it would be a hit with fans and critics by 2021? 

For now, you can always watch and rewatch the first two seasons of Ted Lasso streaming on Apple TV+, or check out some other Jason Sudeikis movies and TV shows to pass the time of hiatus while waiting for Season 3. 

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It is hard to find a more wholesome show on television (or streaming) right now than the Apple TV+ mega-hit comedy, Ted Lasso. But, if you have found yourself in a pinch and want to watch series like it, then going through co-creator Bill Lawrence’s previous contributions to the medium is as good a place as any, especially if you’re already caught up with the fish-out-of-water adventures of Jason Sudeikis’ lovable character. Below we will break down other shows from the Primetime Emmy Award-winning television writer/producer, like Scrubs and Spin City, as well as where you can watch them online.

Ted Lasso (Apple TV+)

Since Ted Lasso is one of the most-watched and talked about shows across any platform right now, let’s start things off there. What started out as a clever ad campaign starring Jason Sudeikis to promote NBC’s coverage of the English Premier League in 2013 became a full-fledged comedy series in October 2019 when Apple announced that Ted Lasso would be one of the original shows coming to its streaming service, launching the following month. Little did anyone know, but Ted Lasso would soon become more than a comedy series about an American football coach who becomes the head coach of an English soccer (football across the pond) coach. But, soon everyone would see…

In the year or so since Ted Lasso first debuted on Apple TV+, in August 2020, millions of the streamer’s subscribers have learned that the show is much more than a half-hour comedy about soccer, but instead this superbly-written dramedy about a man being away from his family in one of his darkest times and finding ways to remain positive through coaching and fostering new relationships. Even though we’re only two seasons in at this point, it’s safe to say Ted Lasso is one of Bill Lawrence’s best shows yet.

Stream Ted Lasso on Apple TV+.

Scrubs (Hulu, Amazon)

In October 2001, Bill Lawrence’s medical dramedy, Scrubs, premiered on NBC and welcomed millions of viewers into the halls, patient rooms, and operating rooms of Sacred Heart Hospital with its diverse cast of characters. Over the course of nine seasons (the final two on ABC following its initial cancellation), we were introduced to lovable goofs like Zach Braff’s John Dorian (whose narration took the show to the next level), Donald Faison’s Christopher Turk, Sarah Chalke’s Elliot Reid, John C. McGinley’s Perry Cox, and Judy Reyes’ Carla Espinosa, and multiple guest stars in some of the best episodes of television ever produced.

Scrubs had a certain charm to it that could balance extremely silly moments with absolutely gut-wrenching scenes in the same episode without it feeling weird. These inside jokes and tear-jerking moments (especially anything with Brendan Fraser’s Ben Sullivan) helped make the show both an all-time comedy and one of the best medical dramas at the same time, which is thanks to the amazing writing team behind each episode.

Stream Scrubs on Hulu.

Stream Scrubs on Amazon.

Buy Scrubs on Amazon.

Spin City (Pluto TV)

Before Scrubs and even longer before Ted Lasso, Bill Lawrence, alongside Gary David Goldberg, created one of the most iconic sitcoms of the 1990s in Spin City, a comedy series that followed the fictionalized version of the New York City government, with a large focus placed on Mayor Randall Winston's (Barry Bostwick) office. The first four seasons of Spin City primarily followed the day-to-day life of Deputy Mayor Mike Flaherty (Michael J. Fox), a role that would earn the Back to the Future star three consecutive Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and multiple others. After Fox stepped away from the show due to his Parkinson’s Disease diagnosis, Charlie Sheen stepped in as his replacement, Charlie Crawford.

And, while Spin City featured its fair share of easy jokes and quick laughs, the series touched on a number of topics that made it a groundbreaking series for its time. One of the biggest examples of this is the friendship between Michael Boatman’s Carter Heywood (a gay man) and Alan Ruck’s Stuart Bondek (a straight man) as best friends.

Stream Spin City on Pluto TV.

Cougar Town (Amazon, Hulu)

Although it never attained the cultural relevance of Scrubs or Spin City, the comedy series Cougar Town was big enough of a hit to last six seasons. Co-created by Bill Lawrence and Kevin Biegel, the sitcom followed Jules Cobb (Courtney Cox), a recently divorced, single mother coming to terms with her new life in the fictional town of Gulfhaven, Florida, known by the locals as “Cougar Town” because of its high school mascot. With an extensive support group of friends and family, including her son Travis Cobb (Dan Byrd) and best friends Ellie Torres (Christa Miller) and Laurie Keller (Busy Philipps), Julies attempts to not let her divorce and single status define her as a person.

Cougar Town originally premiered in September 2009 on ABC, where it ran for three seasons before being cancelled and subsequently brought back by TBS in 2012, where it ran for an additional three seasons before ending in March 2015.

Stream Cougar Town on Amazon.

Stream Cougar Town on Hulu.

Buy Cougar Town on Amazon.

Clone High (Paramount+)

Created by Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Bill Lawrence, the short-lived animated series Clone High ran on MTV for a total of 13 episodes starting in late 2002. As the name suggests, the show centers on a high school whose students are all clones of famous historical figures, including Abe Lincoln (Will Forte), Joan of Arc (Nicole Sullivan), Gandhi (Michael McDonald), Cleopatra (Christa Miller), and JFK (Chris Miller), to name a few.

Clone High was cancelled before it could gain much traction, but the show has remained a cult hit in the years since then and will even be getting the reboot treatment on Paramount+, at some point in the near future, with Phil Lord, Christopher Miller, and Bill Lawrence all returning for the revival.

Stream Clone High on Paramount+.

Buy Clone High on Amazon.

Bonus: Friends - “The One With The Candy Hearts” (HBO Max)

Before he was producing and creating some of television’s best shows, Bill Lawrence was a writer on a number of sitcoms in the early-to-mid ‘90s including Boy Meets World, The Nanny, and most notably, Friends. Partway through the first season of one of the most successful sitcoms of all time, Lawrence wrote the episode “The One with the Candy Hearts,” where Ross Geller (David Schwimmer) encounters his ex-wife, Carol (Jane Sibbett) while on his first date in nine years.

Bill Lawrence would only write that single episode for Friends, he would go on to find success a couple of years later with Spin City. The rest is history.

Stream Friends on HBO Max.

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One of the craziest things about all of this is the fact that not all of Bill Lawrence’s shows are included here, partly because they’re not streaming anywhere. Maybe that’ll change and we’ll get to watch Ground Floor and Rush Hour at some point in the future. Until then, we’ll just have to settle with another rewatch of Ted Lasso, one of the best Apple TV+ shows around.

Ted Lasso took the pop culture world by storm with its positivity in a downer time and had many excited for what was ahead in Season 2. Now that we're weeks into Season 2, however, there are some who aren't nearly as thrilled about the show in its sophomore season. One notable person upset by Season 2 is The Daily Show's senior writer Daniel Radosh, who posted a viral thread on how Season 2 isn't as good as Season 1, and even perhaps bad. Ted Lasso's co-creator and showrunner Bill Lawrence had to respond and defend his series.

Bill Lawrence seemingly read the 16-tweet thread of Daniel Radosh, and based on his response, took the criticism to heart. Lawrence typed a much less lengthy response to Radosh, which contained a mix of shade and a message to him and anyone else that it may be too soon to judge Ted Lasso Season 2.

Bill Lawrence's response was solid, though it's worth noting Daniel Radosh's original thread had plenty of people willing to go to bat for Ted Lasso. Fans reached out to point out the same thing to Radosh that Lawrence did, that Season 2 isn't even over yet.

Other Ted Lasso fans were not so kind and slightly confusing in their response. Take, for example, this response that applauded the strong female characters of Ted Lasso and pointed a finger back at Daniel Radosh for what she suggests is a personal problem he has about the way women are portrayed.

For all the criticism Daniel Radosh received about his thoughts on Ted Lasso, he also got support. There were supporters who certainly agreed that as much as they loved Season 1, Season 2 of Ted Lasso hasn't delivered quite the same way.

There were even some fans brave enough to critique Season 2 on Bill Lawrence's tweet following his response. Surprisingly though, Lawrence was completely cool with the criticism and had nothing but kindness for one fan in his replies.

Ted Lasso Season 2 has certainly gone in a different direction from Season 1, which saw many in the show initially opposed to Ted. In Season 2, most everyone is friends, so there is a very real tonal shift that could be an adjustment for fans. As stated, though, there's still plenty of show to watch, so perhaps some of that conflict could appear before the season is up.

Ted Lasso airs new Season 2 episodes Fridays on Apple TV+. Speaking of Season 2, CinemaBlend's own Alexandra Ramos was a big fan of the latest Christmas episode, so be sure to read all her thoughts on that here.

TV audiences are likely in a golden age for adult-skewed animation, both on the action-oriented and hyper-violent side and on the hilariously obscene and foul-mouthed side. From BoJack Horseman to Castlevania to The Shivering Truth to Robert Kirkman's upcoming Invincible adaptation, the choices are plentiful, and there are hardly any bad apples in the bunch. HBO Max has already carved out a spot for itself with winners such as J.Q. Quintel's Close Enough and Kaley Cuoco's Harley Quinn, and the streaming service has now announced it's moving forward with a reboot of the short-lived MTV series Clone High from LEGO Movie creators Phil Lord and Chris Miller.

Though Clone High didn't win a lot of people over when it first aired on MTV for a single season from 2002-2003, it has since gone on to become something of a cult hit, but one that tends to get far less attention than other cult MTV and cable comedies of the '90s and '00s. It definitely speaks to the power of such slow-building fandoms that HBO Max has already guaranteed Clone High's reboot will outlast the original, with the streaming service officially ordering up two seasons from the jump. It's like someone at HBO Max has been reading my dream journal.

HBO Max's announcement also confirmed that Clone High is welcoming back its trio of creators in Phil Lord, Chris Miller, and Bill Lawrence, with the latter of Scrubs and Ted Lasso fame. Those three were a large part of why the original series was so damned silly and weird and lovable, so it rocks that they'll all be back, with Lord and Miller taking on writing duties as well as executive producing. Another returning talent is OG Clone High writer Erica Rivinoja, who will serve as the showrunner for the reboot.

Clone High is one of those shows that you either know and love with all your Gandhi-sized heart, or you barely have any recognition of what it is, and it's criminal that the second option even exists. The show, which parodied the rise of teen melodramas inspired by Beverly Hills 90210 and others, centered on a high school populated by the clones of historical figures. Will Forte starred as Abe Lincoln, love interest to Nicole Sullivan's Joan of Arc, with an ensemble cast that also included Michael McDonald, Christa Miller, Donald Faison, Neil Flynn, Zack Braff, Joe Flaherty, and more. (Did you catch all those Scrubs vets there?)

At this point, it's unclear who will be joining the Clone High reboot's cast, and which historical figures will be on display. Considering Gandhi in particular received such a big backlash in India upon the original's airing, it'll be interesting to see who makes the cut. JFK accents never get old, right?

Thankfully, HBO Max also announced that Close Enough is getting at least two more seasons, with the second batch of episodes airing on February 25. That'll surely tide viewers over until we hear a little more about Clone High at some point. Maybe Paul Revere could yell the news from house to house.